Country – Legacy Podcasts

Willie Nelson – To All the Girls 3

Emmylou Harris and The Secret Sisters talk about their work with Willie Nelson on To All the Girls...

Willie Nelson – To All the Girls 2

Part 2 of the Willie Nelson To All the Girls podcast features Carrie Underwood and Norah Jones.

Willie Nelson – To All the Girls 1

The brand-new Willie Nelson album in stores Oct 15, To All the Girls, features female duet partners on each track. Many of them join us for this four-part series about how the album was made. Dolly Parton is featured in part 1.

Elvis 75 – Part 5: Kentucky Rain

Musician Mike Leech and producer Chips Moman discuss "From Elvis in Memphis" and the singles from those legendary 1969 sessions, such as "Kentucky Rain."

Elvis 75 – Part 4: Peace in the Valley

Gordon Stoker of the Jordanaires continues about Elvis' Gospel music, including the classic recording of "Peace in the Valley."

Elvis 75 – Part 3: So High

Gordon Stoker of Jordanaires, Elvis' longtime vocal backup group, touches on the most underrated segment of Elvis' catalog - his gospel recordings, including "So High."

Elvis 75 – Part 2: That’s All Right

Elvis biographer Peter Guralnick continues about the first impressions Elvis made upon others in his early years. He also sets up "That's All Right (Mama)" with some back story about its recording session.

Elvis 75 – Part 1: Good Rockin’ Tonight

Elvis Aaron Presley was born 75 years ago today, the perfect day to kick off our series of 75-second features about Elvis. Look for new pieces every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:50 am. In episode 1, he introduces himself to the world as a bright eyed young man, explaining why he can't stand still when he sings.

Dolly Parton 4

Dolly Parton 3

Dolly Parton 2

Dolly Parton and her friends talk about how the early days of her career were influence by her Uncle Bill, Monument Records' Fred Foster and future duet partner, Porter Wagoner.

Dolly Parton 1

The four-part Dolly Parton podcast launches with an introduction to what makes her such a legendary figure in both country music and overall pop culture. Dolly Parton discusses how her own way of life and creative process relate to each other. Singer-songwriters Laura Cantrell and Janis Ian also add their own insights. Songs in this […]

Willie Nelson: Naked Willie 3

Billy Bob Thornton and Mickey Raphael continue their discussion of how Mickey produced the Naked Willie album from Nelson’s 1960s RCA sessions. Producer: Vella Interactive Recommended: Naked Willie

Willie Nelson: Naked Willie 2

Billy Bob Thornton and Mickey Raphael continue their discussion of how Mickey produced the Naked Willie album from Nelson’s 1960s RCA sessions. Producer: Vella Interactive Recommended: Naked Willie

Willie Nelson: Naked Willie 1

Willie Nelson’s harmonica player Mickey Raphael and actor/musician Billy Bob Thornton discuss the making of the new album Naked Willie in this three-part podcast series. While producing Naked Willie, Raphael went back to the Nelson’s RCA masters from the 60s to strip away the orchestrations of Chet Atkins’ Nashville Sound.  The result is 17 tracks […]

Waylon Jennings – Nashville Rebel 1

Legacy Podcast honors the 50th anniversary of “The Day the Music Died” by launching our Waylon Jennings podcast series.  As legend goes, Waylon gave up his seat on the fateful plane to the Big Bopper, and the rest, as they say, is history.

Johnny Cash Folsom Prison Part 4

It was 41 years ago today.  Enjoy the final installment, and look for a new series on Cash’s San Quentin concert to start in late February.

Johnny Cash Folsom Prison Part 3

Inmate Miller Deadman tells how much the men appreciated that “he had something to give and came here to give it to us.  ‘Hey Johnny, thanks for coming’ — this is the feeling.”  After many songs describing the prisoner’s life in a serious tone, Johnny’s wife June Carter joined him onstage, lightening the mood.  Cash […]

Johnny Cash Folsom Prison Part 2

Journalist Gene Beley, who accompanied the Cashes to Folsom, describes starting the day with June Carter Cash exclaiming “this is a huckleberry picking morning,” the passage through the gates and seeing their first inmates, struck by their youth.  C.O. Jim Brown says Cash “worked the crowd,” including singing songs about prison life, and taking a […]

Roy Orbison Black and White Night Part 2

Barbara Orbison relives the night at the Coconut Grove and the spontaneity of the incredible performances. Hear Roy Orbison and Bruce Springsteen rehearse their performance of “Dream Baby” and singers Bonnie Raitt, kd lang and Jennifer Warnes describe the experience of singing with one of the all-time great vocalists. Anthony DeCurtis of Rolling Stone explains […]

Johnny Cash Folsom Prison Part 1

Host Rodney Crowell sets the stage for the historic Johnny Cash concerts performed at Folsom Prison, June 13, 1968.  Folsom inmate Miller Deadman and Corrections Officer Jim Brown, who were in the cafeteria that day tell the history of the institution, daily life of the prisoners and what it meant to them when The Man […]

Roy Orbison Black and White Night Part 1

Dave Marsh hosts this inside look at Roy Orbison’s Black and White Night event and what lead to Roy’s comeback in the mid – 80s.  Roy’s widow Barbara, who envisioned the film with T Bone Burnett, Tom Waits, Anthony DeCurtis and Bruce Springsteen: “He seemed to have great respect for the music and his audience. […]

Roy Orbison 3

Dave Marsh’s continues to narrate Roy Orbison’s professional and personal life from the mid 60’s to the 80’s.  Following the success of Pretty Woman was a chain of tragic events of Orbison’s personal life.  He continued to made music through the 60s and 70s, but a major comeback began in the mid-1980s when David Lynch […]

Roy Orbison 2

Dave Marsh recounts Roy Orbison’s journey and success as a songwriter and vocalist.  Big hits such as “Only the Lonely”, “Crying”, and “Sweet Dreams” have shaped Orbison’s popular and influential songwriting and singing style.  Roy Orbison worked with his longtime producer, Fred Foster, with these renowned hits.  Fred Foster particularly comments on the storyline of  […]

Roy Orbison – Soul of Rock & Roll 1

The three-part “Roy Orbison – Soul of Rock & Roll” podcast series begins with clips of Roy’s first recording sessions in 1955.   Roy Orbison’s own recollections of the early days are featured from interviews recorded throughout his life.    Other comments come from early producers Chet Atkins and Fred Foster. Recommended: Roy Orbison: The Soul of […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 14

Paul English fills us in the the third True Outlaw Story from Willie Nelson’s classic song “Me and Paul.”   He takes us back to Buffalo for a “package show with Kitty Wells and Charley Pride.”   This one involves a lot of whiskey, Charley Pride’s guitar and a black leather hat. Willie and Charley have performed […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 13

Paul English continues his breakdown of the True Outlaw Stories Willie details in “Me and Paul.”  Paul takes us back to the “airport in Milwaukee,” about which Willie wrote that they refused to let them board because they looked suspicious.  It’s one of those stories that remind you why the airport security stations have signs […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 12

One Willie’s best songs about True Outlaw life is “Me and Paul,” detailing his many misadventures with drummer Paul English (not Paul Chuffo, who produced this podcast series).  The song is a great example of Willie’s gift as a lyricist. One of his most humorous works, it’s also a touching sensitive tale of the bond […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 11

Our latest True Outlaw Story features drummer Paul English remembering some of their most memorable bar fights, backstage tussles, and post-show skirmishes, defending the tour from all evil-doers. Recommended: Willie Nelson: One Hell of a Ride and Stardust (Legacy Edition) Producer: Joyride Media

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 10

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 9

We know what your thinking.  If these really are True Outlaw Stories, where’s the story about what happens when a band says “Here’s a great idea…let’s have the Hells Angels do the security!” Click the play button to hear Mickey Raphael and Paul English discuss their most notorious experiences with the legendary biker gang. Recommended: […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 8

A dependable mode of transportation with a memorable nickname is one of the most essential items in True Outlaw life.  Willie’s gang has the “The Time Tube” – their trusted tour bus they bought from country star Porter Wagoner (a man whose name destined him to be the source of a legendary vehicle). Paul English […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 7

Episode 7 of True Outlaw Stories begins with guitarist Jody Payne and one of his favorite tale of airport hijinks. Paul English then chimes in with some more of their more legendary pranks. Recommended: Willie Nelson: One Hell of a Ride and Stardust (Legacy Edition) Producer: Joyride Media

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 6

Yes – Willie Nelson is a country singer, but his fans come from all walks of life. Even among musicians. Willie and Mickey Raphael remember stories about famous fans as diverse as Miles Davis, Jon Bon Jovi, Rick James and Ray Charles. Recommended: Willie Nelson: One Hell of a Ride and Stardust (Legacy Edition) Producer: […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 5

When Willie Nelson hits the road, he hits it long and hard. Drummer Paul English recalls stretches when they worked 29 out of 30 days! He also tells how Willie motivates everyone to keep on going, though sometime at the expense of their health. Recommended: Willie Nelson: One Hell of a Ride and Stardust (Legacy […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 4

WISH WILLIE A HAPPY 75th BIRTHDAY! (part 2) ** Today’s True Outlaw Stories come from Willie’s longtime drummer Paul English. For many years, he was the guy who collected money from the shady club managers after shows. As you might expect, it’s not the easist job in the world, but Paul always knew creative ways […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories – Part 3

WISH WILLIE A HAPPY 75th BIRTHDAY! ** We now bring you more of Willie Nelson’s regular cast of characters, led by tour manager Poodie Locke. Harmonica player Mickey Raphael is spot on when he says, “Poodie was our first roadie…now he’s bigger than life… everybody know Poodie more than any of us. ” Mickey also […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories – Part 2

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories continue by introducing you to Willie’s longtime drummer, Paul English, as immortalized in Willie’s classic song, “Me and Paul.” When Paul joined the band in 1966, he also became the guy who handled the money after the shows. Willie’s road manager, Poodie Locke and harmonica player Mickey Raphael discuss Paul’s […]

Willie Nelson’s True Outlaw Stories 1

The Willie Nelson Podcast series now shifts from the MY OWN PECULIAR WAY biography pieces to TRUE OUTLAW STORIES. Willie Nelson and and his longitme band members, road crew and friends bring us aboard Willie’s “Time-Tube” to give us all a unique look at life on tour with Willie Nelson. Host Rodney Crowell introduces the […]

The Willie Nelson Podcast Episode 3

In the early/mid 1970s, Willie Nelson knew he was “on to something” in Austin, TX, but still had to deal with the Nashville music biz when making records. If RCA, his label at the time, wanted to add strings to make Willie’s records sound more commercial, there was nothing he could to stop them. His […]

The Willie Nelson Podcast Episode 2

As Willie Nelson entered his mid-20s, he made a living in Nashville selling his songs to the artists who recorded them. It may not have been the most forward-thinking plan, but it was what he needed to do the pay the rent. Sometimes the performers would be happy to aquire the rights to their latest […]

The Willie Nelson Podcast Episode 1

We kick off our 18-part Willie Nelson podcast series with Willie, himself, looking back on his earliest musical experiences – his first poems and songs as a child, his first band as a teenager (with his sister, Bobbie), and his first job as a radio DJ, where he made his first recording (“When I’ve Sang […]

The Johnny Cash TV Show Podcast Episode 3

Between 1969 and 1971, Johnny Cash was at the height of his fame. ABC wanted him on their network, and gave him full creative control. Bob Hilburn and Cash’s son, John Carter Cash, wonder which of today’s artists would have the clout with TV programmers to book the artists featured in this episode – Waylon […]

The Johnny Cash TV Show Podcast Episode 2

“The Johnny Cash Show” was a TV variety show in the purest sense. Cash handpicked the show’s guests, and never limited his choices to any genre. His daughter, Rosanne Cash, tells us how the program was an extension of her father’s diverse interests. Music director, Bill Walker, and journalist Bob Hilburn recall Cash’s determination to […]

The Johnny Cash TV Show Podcast Episode 1

Johnny Cash’s groundbreaking TV variety show aired on ABC-TV between 1969-1971. The program featured Cash performing with an eclectic mix of artists, including a few appearing on national TV for the first time. In this first episode, Kris Kristofferson, Marty Stuart and Bill Walker (the show’s musical director) discuss what made the show great, between […]