Originally Published 5 months ago — by Rolling Stone
The Outlaw Music Festival featured performances by Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Wilco, and Lucinda Williams, showcasing a diverse range of American roots music. The event included a mix of classic and reimagined songs, with notable moments like Williams' powerful set and Dylan's rejuvenated voice, all set against a lively, informal festival atmosphere. The tour continues across the U.S., maintaining its status as a premier summer music event.
Lucinda Williams is opening a new country-themed bar called Lucinda's in the East Village, NYC, reviving a historic space with live country performances, open mics, karaoke, and art events, with a special opening show streamed live on SiriusXM.
Lucinda Williams discusses her new album, "Stories from a Rock N Roll Heart," where she explores a more rock and roll sound inspired by Tom Petty. The album features guest appearances from Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa, who provide harmonies and a thrilling chorus duet. Williams, who recently turned 70 and is recovering from a stroke, showcases her powerful vocals on the album. She wanted to capture the gritty energy of New York City and enlisted musicians like Jesse Malin and Travis Stephens to help create a raw and celebratory rock sound. The album is a departure from her previous blues-infused records and reflects a desire to let loose and have fun.
Lucinda Williams releases new album "Stories From A Rock n Roll Heart" featuring guest appearances by Bruce Springsteen, Patti Scialfa, Margo Price, and more. Grateful Dead's previously unreleased 1973 performance at RFK Stadium is now available in a boxed set. Jerry Garcia Band's 1982 performance at Cape Cod Coliseum is featured in the GarciaLive series, including bonus tracks from a 1981 show. Frank Zappa's "Funky Nothingness" compiles recordings from previously unreleased sessions for a potential sequel to his Hot Rats LP.
Lucinda Williams, the critically acclaimed songwriter, talks about her career, influences, and latest album, "Stories From a Rock 'n' Roll Heart," which features Bruce Springsteen. Despite her success, Williams remains modest and anonymous, refusing to be pinned down to a single genre. Her writing, phrasing, and storytelling are where her genius shines. Her memoir, "Don't Tell Anybody the Secrets I Told You," became a New York Times bestseller. Williams' father, the poet and literary scholar Miller Williams, was a major influence on her songwriting.
Singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams is releasing an autobiography, "Don't Tell Anybody the Secrets I Told You," which delves into her personal life, including surviving mental illness. Williams also has a new album, "Stories From a Rock 'n' Roll Heart," which features vocal contributions from Bruce Springsteen and his wife, Patti Scialfa. Williams suffered a stroke in 2020, but her singing voice was not affected. Her recovery is ongoing, but she is determined to continue making music and sharing her story with fans.
Drake samples Kim Kardashian's words in his new song "Search & Rescue" to express his own loneliness, while also taking a jab at Kanye West. Other new songs include Kaytraminé's debut single "4EVA," Mahalia's "Terms and Conditions," Indigo De Souza's "You Can Be Mean," Blondshell's "Salad," Lucinda Williams' "New York Comeback," Yaeji's "Passed Me By," Uncle Waffles' "Asylum," Arthur Moon's "7 O'Clock Clap," Labrinth's "Never Felt So Alone," Peter Gabriel's "I/O," and This Is the Kit's "Inside/Outside."
