Wanted! The Outlaws cover

Released 50 years ago

Wanted! The Outlaws

Waylon Jennings · 1976

33 min · 11 tracks · rockabilly · country rock · outlaw country

A raw blend of honky-tonk storytelling and rebellious spirit that defines outlaw country.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady storytelling for road trips
  • nostalgic themes of rebellion
  • short tracks for quick listens
  • easy sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking long, immersive experiences
  • prefer modern production styles

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Wanted! The Outlaws' was released in 1976, Waylon Jennings had firmly established himself as a leading figure in the outlaw country movement. This album was significant as it marked the first time Jennings collaborated with fellow outlaws Willie Nelson, Tompall Glaser, and Jessi Colter, showcasing a collective sound that would redefine country music's boundaries.
Stylistic neighbors
Willie Nelson· Johnny Cash· Merle Haggard

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys 2:51
  • 2 Honky Tonk Heroes 3:29
  • 3 I’m Looking for Blue Eyes 2:18
  • 4 You Mean to Say 2:32
  • 5 Suspicious Minds 4:00
  • 6 Good Hearted Woman 3:00
  • 7 Heaven or Hell 1:40
  • 8 Me and Paul 3:49
  • 9 Yesterday’s Wine 3:10
  • 10 T for Texas 4:16
  • 11 Put Another Log on the Fire 2:22

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