Willie Nelson is at it again. Today, he announced his 79th solo studio album and 156th album overall Dream Chaser, which is set for release on May 29th.
The record will:
“Bring together a collection of reflective, story-driven songs focused on relationships, personal growth, and life on the road. Rooted in classic songwriting traditions with a modern perspective, the album balances intimate narratives with universal themes of perseverance, timing, and clarity.”
It’s nothing short of impressive, to say the least, that Willie is right around the corner from his birthday on April 29th, when he’ll turn 93-years-old, and he continues to put out music, and tour, like he did when he was first getting started just about.
Even in the last several years, he’s put out a good five albums, one of which won the Grammy for Best Country Album in 2023 for his A Beautiful Time record. He was nominated once again last year in the Best Traditional Country Album category for his album Oh What a Beautiful World, in addition to receiving a nomination for Best Americana Album for Last Leaf on the Tree in the same ceremony.
Not that he needs awards in the least bit to prove he’s still putting out great music, but it goes to show just how relevant and timeless he is.
Willie released the title track today as well, and “Dream Chaser” finds him recognizing the passing of time, and how fast it’s gone by while he’s been out playing shows and, as the title suggests, chasing his dreams:
“Today I looked in the mirror
And I caught me by surprise
The man I saw lookin’ back at me
I almost didn’t recognize
Wasn’t I just a kid movin’ to Tennessee
With an old guitar and eyes full of stars
Chasin’ a crazy dream
But time just seemed to vanish
Right before my eyes
You may not understand it
Why we live with the sacrifice
But it’s worth every mile
To get to sing for a while
Truth is I’ve done it all for free
Always rhymes to be makin’
When you’re a dream chaser like me”
It’s a beautiful sentiment that means a lot coming from a weathered, tried and true legend like him, and you can listen here:
“Dream Chaser”
Willie still showing the young guns how its’ done… you love to see it.
Dream Chaser Track Listing:
1. Dream Chaser
2. Fly Away
3. We’d Make A Good Movie
4. I Can’t Read Your Mind
5. Whiskey Wants Me To
6. Wonder What I’m Gonna Do
7. After All
8. Love Overdue
9. I Don’t Think I’ve Cried Today
10. Developing My Pictures
Willie Nelson 2026 tour schedule
April 22: Birmingham, Ala. – Get tickets starting at $128
April 23: Atlanta – Get tickets starting at $107
April 25: Asheville, N.C. – On sale starting Thursday, March 19 at 10 a.m. ET, shop more concert tickets
April 27: Cary, N.C. – Get tickets starting at $142
April 28: Wilmington, N.C. – Get tickets starting at $107
May 2: New Braunfels, Texas – Get tickets starting at $107
