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Willie Nelson’s Activism: How Music Became a Tool for Social Change
Willie Nelson is as known for his activism as his incredible, long-lived country music career. Here's how he made a difference.
How Jimmy Carter's love of music helped launch his presidential campaign
Former President Jimmy Carter's close friends included the likes of Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson and the Allman brothers.
The 250 Greatest Albums of the 21st Century So Far
The best albums of 21st century so far, including Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, Radiohead, Lady Gaga, and more ...
50 Years Later: How 1975’s No. 1 albums hold up after a half-century
The year 1975 was a very good one for Elton John and Chicago. It was pretty good as well for artists from Olivia Newton-John ...
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6 Iconic Country Smashes That Turn 45 Years Old in 2025—From Dolly Parton to Willie Nelson, & More
Dolly Parton, George Jones, Alabama, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and Kenny Rogers are shining stars in country music history. And 1980 was a climatic year of career-making songs for each of them.