Definition: Outlaw Country was the opposition by some artists to the Nashville Sound. It came into bloom in the mid-70s, and was a return to mainline country and a rebellion against the production system. Famous artists in this genre include Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, Jessi Colter, and Tompal Glaser.
Outlaw Country
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