Outlaw Music Festival: Willie Nelson and Family John Fogerty Gov't Mule Kathleen Edwards & Particle Kid in Cincinnati, OH

Willie Nelson, born in Abbott, Texas, is a transformative figure in post-rock & roll country music. Known for hits like "Crazy" and "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," he popularized outlaw country with Waylon Jennings. His versatile style spans country, pop, jazz, and more. Nelson's Stardust album redefined traditional pop, while "On the Road Again" and "Always on My Mind" solidified his fame. Collaborating with legends like Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, and more, Nelson remains a beloved icon, celebrated for his music and hippie lifestyle.

Born in Berkeley, CA, John Fogerty is famed for Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) and solo hits. Known for merging rockabilly, country, and blues, he penned CCR classics like "Proud Mary" and "Fortunate Son." After a CCR split in 1972, his solo career thrived with the 1985 hit "The Old Man Down the Road." A Grammy nominee, he collaborated with stars like Bob Seger and Foo Fighters and revisited his songs with family as Fogerty's Factory during COVID-19.

Kathleen Edwards, born in Canada, blends alt-country, folk, and rock. Acclaimed for hits like "Back to Me," and collaborations with Maren Morris. She's a Juno-nominated Americana leader, sharing stages with icons like Dylan and Nelson.

The quartet, featuring Haynes, Matt Abts, Danny Louis, and Kevin Scott, is celebrated for rock, blues, soul, and jazz fusion, stirring lyrics, and improvisation, captivating millions globally.