Country Music Memories: Willie Nelson Busted for Drug Possession
On Sept. 18, 2006, Nelson was arrested for possession of marijuana and narcotic mushrooms.
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Country Music Memories: 'Heartbreak Hotel' Remake Hits No. 1
On Sept. 1, 1979, Nelson and Russell hit the No. 1 spot with their remake of the Elvis Presley hit "Heartbreak Hotel."
LOOK: Country Stars Who Have Been on the Cover of 'Rolling Stone'
Roots rock group the Band were the first country act to appear on the cover of Rolling Stone, in 1968; most recently, Eric Church earned the cover spot in August of 2018.
Country Music Memories: Willie's 'Always on My Mind' Hits No. 1
On May 8, 1982, Nelson's version of "Always on My Mind" hit No. 1 on the charts.
What's a Major No-No on Tour With Willie Nelson?
It might seem like anything goes on a Nelson tour -- but there's on major rule.
Willie Nelson Drops 'Ride Me Back Home,' Shares New Album Details
The new album comes out June 21!
Top 10 Country Songs About Marijuana
Pot may still be illegal in much of the U.S., but it's referenced in plenty of country songs.
Top 10 Country Stars Who Have Acted in Movies
In 1963, Buck Owens topped the country charts with "Act Naturally," which opened with the prophetic line "They're gonna put me in the movies." But decades before that tune was a hit, country stars were already trading the concert stage for the sound stage.