So much depends on which Willie you want to explore, because he is definitely a chameleon music wise.
I own a lot of his stuff and these are the ones that stand out for me:
1. Across the Borderline (1993). Willie doing covers. He is a gifted interpreter. His heartfelt best.
2. It Will Always Be (2004). Best singing and playing performance on an album in easily a dozen years. A songwriting workshop.
3. First Highwayman album (1985). Willie as the Outlaw with Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson.
If you like this genre of music, pick up a copy of Townes Van Zandt's
Texas Rain (2001). Great duet with Willie on "Maria."
See for yourself:
Highwayman
and
Townes Van Zandt
Regards,
Rich
I own a lot of his stuff and these are the ones that stand out for me:
1. Across the Borderline (1993). Willie doing covers. He is a gifted interpreter. His heartfelt best.
2. It Will Always Be (2004). Best singing and playing performance on an album in easily a dozen years. A songwriting workshop.
3. First Highwayman album (1985). Willie as the Outlaw with Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson.
If you like this genre of music, pick up a copy of Townes Van Zandt's
Texas Rain (2001). Great duet with Willie on "Maria."
See for yourself:
Highwayman
and
Townes Van Zandt
Regards,
Rich