The Icons of Outlaw Country Show #135

Step into the world of Alternative Country and Americana with host John Wesley Karson every week on “The Icons of Outlaw Country.” From iconic songs to captivating stories, Karson invites you on a thrilling two-hour sonic expedition into the realm of “Outlaw Country.” This movement, led by fearless individuals who challenged the norms and created their own paths, has captivated audiences far and wide. Join us as we honor these trailblazers and celebrate their unyielding creativity on “The Icons of Outlaw Country.”

Original Air Date 11/8/25

PLAYLIST 135

HOUR ONE
My Favorite Memory – Merle Haggard – 1986
Feelin' Haggard - Dale Watson and Ray Benson – 2017
He Won’t Ever Be Gone – Willie Nelson - 2017
The Show’s Almost Over – Merle Haggard - 1986
Are You Ready For the Country – Waylon Jennings – 1976
The Pick up Truck Song – Jerry Jeff Walker – 2006
Lord Let It Rain – Billy Mize - 1967
Quit Hollerin' at Me – John Prine – 1995
Cosmic Cowboy – Michael Murphy – 2010
If I Needed You – Towns Van Zandt – 1972
Wayfaring Stranger – Emmy Lou Harris – 1980
As Long As There’s A Sunday – Sammi Smith – 1976
Crystal Clear – Marshall Chapman – 1977

HOUR TWO
She Used to Love Me a Lot - Johnny Cash – 1980
Don’t Cry Darlin’ – David Allan Coe & George Jones – 1984
Tennessee Whisky – George Jones – 1983
Black Rose – Billy Joe Shaver – 1984
A Satisfied Mind • The International Submarine Band – 1966
Texas Cookin’ – Guy Clark – 1976
Mercenary Song – Steve Earl – 1995
The Last Thing I Needed – Willie Nelson – 1982
The Blues Man – Hank Williams Jr. – 1980
Can’t Ya See – Hank Williams Jr. – 1975
This Town - Creed Fisher – 2021
Tougher Than The Rest – Chris LeDoux - 1992