Shotgun Willie — 1973

The loose, liberated record where Willie found his outlaw voice. Warm and acclaimed. A turning point. Released in 1973, it set the tone for everything that followed.

On vinyl: Original '70s pressings vary widely in quality; check reviews of the specific reissue you're considering.

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If you have Shotgun Willie, these are the Willie Nelson records worth reaching for next.

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