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11/27/2025

From the crew at Outlaw Country Radio - We wish you a Happy Thanksgiving Day! Gobble Gobble 🦃🤠

11/24/2025

It's Monday again Outlaw Fans! Read about the daughter of country legend Dottie West!

Shelly West stepped onto the country music stage with storytelling already woven into her DNA. Born May 23, 1958, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of country legend Dottie West, whose own trailblazing career laid the foundation for Shelly’s deep connection to music. Growing up on the road, Shelly absorbed the rhythms of Nashville life early—summer tours, backstage green rooms, and the electric glow of stage lights were simply part of her upbringing.

But Shelly didn’t enter music as a shadow of her mother; she carved her own space with a warm, spirited voice that balanced traditional country roots with a lively, modern spark. Her rise came swiftly in the early 1980s when she teamed up with singer David Frizzell, forming one of the decade’s most beloved duet pairings. Their breakout hit, “You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma,” became an instant country classic—an anthem of long-distance love that highlighted Shelly’s ability to blend sincerity with effortless charm.

As a solo artist, she continued to shine, scoring hits like “José Cuervo,” a playful, tequila-kissed tune that shot to No. 1 and solidified her as a standout entertainer in her own right. Whether with Frizzell or on her own, Shelly brought energy, humor, and emotional honesty to every performance.

Despite stepping back from the music spotlight later in life, her influence remained. Shelly’s work helped define country music’s early-’80s sound—bright, relatable, and filled with personality. And her legacy extends beyond the charts: she carried forward the West family tradition of storytelling, heart, and authenticity, adding her own voice to the history of American country music.

Today, Shelly West’s music still resonates with fans who remember the golden era of country duets and the joy of discovering her vibrant solo work. She remains a reminder that talent may run in families, but true artistry is earned through passion, individuality, and soul.

11/17/2025

Happy Monday Outlaw Fans!! One of the most beloved artists - John Denver - is our Artist of the Week. 🤠😍

John Denver, born Henry John Deutschendorf Jr. on December 31, 1943, in Roswell, New Mexico, was more than just a singer-songwriter—he was the gentle voice of America’s heartland. With his signature wire-rimmed glasses, bright smile, and pure tenor voice, Denver became one of the most beloved artists of the 1970s, blending folk, country, and pop with songs that celebrated love, home, and the natural world.

Growing up the son of an Air Force pilot, Denver’s early years were marked by frequent moves and a search for belonging. Music became his refuge. He adopted the stage name “Denver” as a nod to his deep affection for Colorado, a state that inspired many of his most iconic songs—including “Rocky Mountain High,” which would later become one of Colorado’s official state songs.

After joining the Chad Mitchell Trio in the 1960s, Denver launched his solo career with a gentle sincerity that set him apart from the era’s louder rock acts. His breakthrough came with “Take Me Home, Country Roads” in 1971, a heartfelt ode to the beauty and nostalgia of West Virginia. Hits like “Annie’s Song,” “Sunshine on My Shoulders,” and “Thank God I’m a Country Boy” followed, each capturing the simple joys of life and the emotional warmth of human connection.

Beyond his music, Denver was a passionate humanitarian and environmental advocate. He co-founded The Windstar Foundation to promote sustainable living and was active in wildlife conservation and global hunger relief efforts. His love for nature wasn’t just lyrical—it was a way of life.

Tragically, Denver’s life was cut short in a 1997 plane crash off the coast of California. Yet his legacy endures through his timeless music, which continues to inspire generations to slow down, look around, and find peace in the world around them.

11/14/2025

We're getting closer and closer to achieving our goal! With your help we have been able to raise just over $4K! Thank you to all who have donated so far - we appreciate your support! There is still time to donate - scan the code or visit outlaw.fm to donate today! 🤠🫶🥰🎉

11/11/2025

From all of us at Outlaw Country Radio....Today we honor all those who serve and have served our country. Thank you Veterans!

11/10/2025

Hey there Outlaw Fans - It's Monday again and time to read about a rare talent - Ronnie Milsap. 🫶🤠

Ronnie Milsap’s story is one of rare talent meeting unshakable spirit. Born on January 16, 1943, in Robbinsville, North Carolina, Milsap entered the world nearly blind and was raised in humble circumstances by his grandparents after his mother left. What might have been a life of limitations instead became a symphony of resilience, rhythm, and relentless drive.

From a young age, music became Milsap’s lens on the world. At the Governor Morehead School for the Blind in Raleigh, he discovered the piano — not as an instrument, but as a language. His teachers quickly realized that this boy with limited sight possessed limitless sound. Influenced by gospel, rhythm and blues, and early rock ‘n’ roll, Milsap shaped a style that would later blur every boundary Nashville ever knew.

In the 1960s, he played session piano and even recorded for Elvis Presley, who personally encouraged him to pursue country music. By the 1970s, Milsap’s soulful voice and smooth piano work exploded onto the country scene. Hits like “It Was Almost Like a Song,” “Smoky Mountain Rain,” and “Stranger in My House” showcased not just his versatility, but his emotional depth — turning country music into something richer, more inclusive, and more modern.

What made Milsap stand out was not simply his six Grammy Awards or forty No. 1 country hits, but his ability to connect across genres. He brought a touch of Motown, a whisper of pop, and the heart of gospel into country — creating a sound as unique as his journey.

Behind the spotlight, Milsap’s story remained grounded in faith, family, and perseverance. Despite being blind since birth, he never saw himself as limited — only challenged to listen more closely to the world. His career became proof that music isn’t just heard; it’s felt.

Today, Ronnie Milsap stands as one of country music’s most influential pioneers — a man who turned obstacles into harmony and lived by his own melody. His legacy resonates as a reminder that vision doesn’t come from sight, but from soul.

11/03/2025

Happy Monday Outlaw Fans! Fall is definitely upon us! Grab your coffee or tea and a comfy chair and sit down and read about our Artist of the Week Janie Fricke. 🤠

Janie Fricke’s rise to stardom reads like a song itself — full of harmony, heart, and a voice that wouldn’t be silenced. Born on December 19, 1947, in South Whitley, Indiana, Fricke grew up singing in church and on her family’s farm, where she learned that music could carry both comfort and conviction. That natural gift soon led her to Nashville, where her voice became one of the most recognized — even before her name was.

Before taking center stage, Fricke made her mark as one of country music’s most sought-after background vocalists. Her harmonies lifted classics by legends like Johnny Duncan, Conway Twitty, and Elvis Presley. In fact, it was her uncredited vocals on Duncan’s “Stranger” that made fans curious — and record executives take notice. Columbia Records soon signed her, giving that honey-smooth voice the spotlight it deserved.

Through the late ’70s and ’80s, Fricke became a country radio powerhouse with hits like “It Ain’t Easy Bein’ Easy,” “Don’t Worry ’Bout Me Baby,” and “He’s a Heartache (Looking for a Place to Happen).” Her songs blended vulnerability and independence, reflecting the emotional complexity of real women’s lives. Twice crowned CMA Female Vocalist of the Year, she carved out a sound that balanced tenderness and strength, earning her a devoted following that still sings along today.

Offstage, Fricke’s career has been marked by quiet grace and unwavering dedication to her craft. She’s continued to tour, record, and preserve traditional country sounds — proving that timeless talent never fades.

10/28/2025

Dear Outlaw Fans - thanks for your patience while we fixed our technical difficulties! We're back on air so tune in!! 🤠😍

10/27/2025

It's the last Monday of October Outlaw Fans! Have a great week and enjoy this read on Conway Twitty....🤠😍

Born Harold Lloyd Jenkins on September 1, 1933, in the small Delta town of Friars Point, Mississippi, Conway Twitty's life read like a Southern novel — rich with reinvention, haunted by longing, and rooted in a deep understanding of what people wanted to hear when they turned the radio on late at night.

Twitty wasn’t born into fame. He was a boy with a guitar and a voice, growing up during the Great Depression and raised in Helena, Arkansas. Early on, music whispered to him through the crackle of the airwaves — the blues, country, and gospel sounds of the South all colliding in his mind. By the time he was a teenager, he was fronting a band and dreaming of stardom, but baseball was his first serious ticket out. The Philadelphia Phillies even drafted him, but fate — in the form of the Korean War — had other plans. Twitty was drafted into the Army, and the rest, as they say, is country music history.

After his military service, he changed his name — inspired by a road atlas: Conway, Arkansas, and Twitty, Texas. Harold Jenkins became Conway Twitty, and suddenly, the man had a myth to grow into.

His first big hit wasn’t a country song at all — it was the rock and roll classic "It's Only Make Believe" (1958), which topped the charts in multiple countries and made him a teen idol overnight. With slicked-back hair and a croon that could melt speakers, he toured alongside Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Presley. But unlike many of his contemporaries, Twitty wasn't content being a rock star — he followed his heart back home to country music.

In the late 1960s, he made the transition — and what a transition it was. While many artists stumbled trying to cross genre lines, Twitty did it with ease, his voice fitting country music like it was made for him all along. By the 1970s, he was dominating the charts with hits like "Hello Darlin'," "You've Never Been This Far Before," and a string of duets with Loretta Lynn that oozed both chemistry and controversy. Together, they became one of country music’s most iconic pairs — though their relationship remained platonic, the fire in their harmonies suggested otherwise.

Twitty was known for his rich, sensual baritone — often described as the sound of velvet and bourbon — and for pushing boundaries in the genre with lyrics that were unapologetically intimate. In a world of pickup trucks and heartbreak, Twitty sang about passion and desire, often from the perspective of a man who had lived — and lost — enough to know what love really cost.

By the time he died suddenly in 1993, Conway Twitty had charted 55 number-one hits, more than any other artist in history at that time — even more than Elvis or the Beatles. His career defied easy labels: he was a rock pioneer, a country legend, a songwriter, and a showman. But more than that, he was a man who understood how to speak to the heart of America — not just the radio version of it, but the real one.

And though his voice is gone, you can still hear it echo in every song that dares to blur the lines between genres, between longing and loving, between a whisper and a wail. Conway Twitty didn’t just sing songs — he inhabited them. And for a few perfect minutes, he took us with him.

10/27/2025

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10/23/2025

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10/20/2025

Hey Outlaw Fans - it's Monday again! 🤠🫶 Enjoy this read on another legend - Kris Kristofferson.....

Kris Kristofferson is one of those rare artists whose life reads like a song—gritty, poetic, and deeply human. Born on June 22, 1936, in Brownsville, Texas, Kristofferson was raised in a disciplined military family and seemed destined for a conventional life. He excelled academically, earning a Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford University, where he studied literature and boxed competitively. But behind the scholar and soldier was a restless storyteller itching to trade formality for freedom.

After serving as an Army helicopter pilot, Kristofferson shocked his family and peers by walking away from a secure career to chase the uncertain dream of songwriting in Nashville. He famously worked as a janitor at Columbia Studios—where he would mop floors while listening to legends like Johnny Cash and Bob Dylan record their masterpieces. That same grit led to one of country music’s most legendary stories: Kristofferson landing a helicopter on Cash’s lawn to deliver a demo tape—a bold move that helped launch his career.

His songwriting soon changed the face of country music. Songs like “Me and Bobby McGee,” “Help Me Make It Through the Night,” “Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down,” and “For the Good Times” introduced a raw honesty that blended intellect, heartache, and rebellion. His lyrics bridged poetry and plain truth, giving country music a new literary edge.

Beyond music, Kristofferson carved a successful acting career, starring in films such as A Star Is Born, Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid, and Convoy. He became the embodiment of the outlaw spirit—intelligent yet rough-hewn, vulnerable yet defiant.

Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and honored with a lifetime of awards, Kristofferson remains a symbol of artistic courage and authenticity. Whether in a song, a screenplay, or a stage performance, he lived by his own verse: “Freedom’s just another word for nothin’ left to lose.”

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