Outlaw Music Festival with Willie Nelson, The Avett Brothers, and more

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.

The Avett Brothers, from North Carolina, gained fame with "I And Love And You" in 2009. Hits like "True Sadness" earned GRAMMY® nominations and topped charts, while they secured spots in the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. Collaborated with Judd Apatow for a documentary. Known for Americana and folk-rock styles and their charitable efforts, including a $325k Hurricane Florence benefit.

The Mavericks, formed in Florida in the late '80s by Raul Malo and Robert Reynolds, blend country with rock, pop, and Latin styles. Their 1994 album "What a Crying Shame" showcased Malo's emotive vocals and earned critical acclaim. Known for hits like "Dance the Night Away," they achieved success in the U.S. and U.K. Collaborating with artists like Bernie Taupin, the band continues to innovate, with albums such as "In Time" and "En Español," while their lineup features pianist Jerry Dale McFadden and guitarist Eddie Perez.

Bob Dylan, born in Duluth, Minnesota, emerged from the Greenwich Village folk scene in the early '60s. Known for his influential songwriting, he penned classics like "Blowin' in the Wind" and "Like a Rolling Stone." He revolutionized music with impressionistic lyrics and electrifying folk-rock. Dylan won Grammy Awards for albums like Love and Theft and received the Nobel Prize for Literature. He collaborated with the Band and the Traveling Wilburys, leaving a lasting mark with his profound musical storytelling and ceaseless tours, dubbed the "Never-Ending Tour."

Tami Neilson, a Canadian-born artist, is a powerhouse in R&B and country music. Known for her bold style, she collaborates with iconic names and delivers hits like a "fire-breathing R&B belter."