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The highly anticipated 2024 Outlaw Music Festival Tour launched on Friday night (June 21) inAlpharetta, Georgia, albeit without its iconic leader,Willie Nelson.
Despite Nelson’s absence, the show went on with stellar performances from legendary artists Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, Alison Krauss, and Celisse.
Let’s get into the details of the opening and set lists of artists participating.
Willie Nelson’s Absence and Special Performances
Just hours before the opening night, it was announced that Willie Nelson would not be performing due to health concerns. Astatementfrom the festival organizers read:
“We regret to inform you that Willie Nelson is not feeling well, and per doctor’s orders, has been advised to rest for the next four days. He is expected to make a quick recovery and join the Outlaw Music Festival tour next week. In the meantime, Lukas Nelson and the Family Band, along with a few guests, will perform a special set to include Willie’s classics and other songs. Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, Alison Krauss, and Celisse will continue to perform as scheduled.”
In place of Nelson’s set, his son Lukas Nelson and the Family Band stepped in, delivering a heartfelt performance.
Highlights from their performance included Led Zeppelin classics like “Rock and Roll” and “The Battle of Evermore,” along with their recently released rendition of “When the Levee Breaks.”
The duo’s harmonious blend ofrockand folk left a lasting impression on the crowd.
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss Set List:
Song Title
Original Artist
“Rich Woman”
Li’l Millet and His Creoles
“Fortune Teller”
Benny Spellman
“Can’t Let Go”
Randy Weeks
“The Price of Love”
The Everly Brothers
“Rock and Roll”
Led Zeppelin
“Please Read the Letter”
Jimmy Page and Robert Plant
“High and Lonesome”
(Original by Robert Plant and Alison Krauss)
“In the Mood” / “Matty Groves” / “Gallows Pole”
(Original by Robert Plant and Traditional)
“The Battle of Evermore”
Led Zeppelin
“When the Levee Breaks”
Memphis Minnie and Kansas Joe McCoy
“Gone Gone Gone”
The Everly Brothers
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss Set List
Bob Dylan’s Unexpected Set
Bob Dylan surprised the audience with a mix of classic hits and unexpected covers.
His set included a rare performance of “Under the Red Sky,” which he had not played live in over a decade, and a cover of Chuck Berry’s “Little Queenie.”
Dylan’s eclecticsongchoices and masterful delivery were a testament to his enduring artistry.
Bob Dylan Set List:
Song Title
Original Artist
“My Babe”
Willie Dixon
“Beyond Here Lies Nothin'”
(Original by Bob Dylan)
“Simple Twist of Fate”
(Original by Bob Dylan)
“Little Queenie”
Chuck Berry
“Mr. Blue”
The Fleetwoods
“Pay in Blood”
(Original by Bob Dylan)
“Cold, Cold Heart”
Hank Williams With His Drifting Cowboys
“Early Roman Kings”
(Original by Bob Dylan)
“Under the Red Sky”
(Original by Bob Dylan, first performance since 2013)
“Things Have Changed”
(Original by Bob Dylan)
“The Fool”
Sanford Clark
“Scarlet Town”
(Original by Bob Dylan)
“Long and Wasted Years”
(Original by Bob Dylan)
Bob Dylan Set List
A Promising Tour Ahead
Despite the initial setback, the 2024 Outlaw Music Festival Tour promises to be one of the most memorable yet. Willie Nelson expressed his excitement for the tour in a previous press statement in February:
“This year’s Outlaw Music Festival Tour promises to be the biggest and best yet with this lineup of legendary artists. I am thrilled to get back on the road again with my family and friends playing the music we love for the fans we love.”
The tour features an impressive lineup of artists set to join Nelson once he recovers, including Brittney Spencer, Southern Avenue, Billy Strings, and John Mellencamp. The tour will conclude on September 17 in Buffalo, New York.
Fan Highlights and Social Media Buzz
Fans at the Alpharetta show captured incredible moments from the performances.
Footage of Robert Plant and Alison Krauss performing “The Battle of Evermore” and Lukas Nelson and the Family Band’s collaboration with Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks on “Find Yourself” can be viewed below:
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss Perform on “The Battle of Evermore”
Lukas Nelson and the Family Band Perform “Find Yourself” with Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks
Conclusion
The 2024 Outlaw Music Festival Tour’s opening night proved that even without its leader, the festival’s spirit and energy remain strong.
As Willie Nelson prepares to rejoin the tour, fans can look forward to more incredible performances and unforgettable memories.
Be sure to catch the Outlaw Music Festival when it comes to a city near you!
For more details, ticket information, and the complete tour schedule, visit the Outlaw Music Festivalwebsite.
Last Updated: June 23, 2024
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