Kris Kristofferson

Ever since Elvis' very first Sun Studios recording sessions, artists have been finding ways to bring the country and rock genres together.

During this exclusive premiere, listen to all 15 songs from a Kris Kristofferson show recorded at Gilley's in Pasadena, Texas, on Sept. 15, 1981.

These previously unreleased recordings from Kristofferson's 1981 performance at Gilley's are a must-hear for any country fan.

He's one of an all-star lineup the collection spotlights.

It capped off an amazing career.

With no fanfare, the singer-songwriter extraordinaire officially retired in 2020, according to a new report regarding his estate.

They honored his contributions.

He's receiving a huge honor, but he won't be on hand to accept it.

He is being honored by some of the biggest names in country music!

So many changes came to Nashville in such a short amount of time.