Merle Haggard is one of the most influential and well-respected artists in country music, but when it comes to the younger generation of stars, that admiration isn't necessarily mutual.
Just months after releasing an album of duets, Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard will hit the road, together. The Django and Jimmie Tour is set to begin in October in Florence, S.C. So far eight dates have been announced, centered in the Midwest and East Coast.
Country legend Merle Haggard rose to fame from humble beginnings, growing up in a train boxcar home in Oildale, Calif. Now the unique dwelling will be honored for its service to the country community by being featured in the Kern County Museum in nearby Bakersfield.
Country legend Merle Haggard sat down with Men’s Journal recently for a unique, personal interview, and the star didn’t hold back. Haggard took the opportunity to share his feelings on a wide range of topics, from marijuana use to prison to his friend Johnny Cash.
Beloved country icons Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard are back on top this week with the release of their new duets album, Django and Jimmie, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart and No. 7 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums chart.
Merle Haggard joins Willie Nelson for "Unfair Weather Friend," a new single from the two legends upcoming Django and Jimmie album. Their appreciation for one another can be heard in every note, breath and word of this friendship ballad.