Born on June 15, 1937, in Littlefield, Texas, Waylon Jennings died today at his home in Arizona from a long bout with diabetes. He was 64 years old.
Many will remember him for his contribution of "outlaw" stylings to country music that changed the genre forever, and many say, gave birth to the "new country" and "young country" movements of today. Some of you may even remember that he was Buddy Holly's bass player, and narrowly avoided death in 1959 when he gave up his seat on that ill-fated private airplane flight to the Big Bopper. I only hope the Governor of Texas has the state flags lowered to half-staff in his honor.
All I know is I always enjoyed what he did, and respected him as an artist and showman. I'm just sorry I won't be able to attend the wake. It should be a great party...
This cold Lone Star and shot of Wild Turkey are for you Waylon. Thanks for the music...