Blackbird Presents & Legacy Recordings to Release 'Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90 Live at the Hollywood Bowl' this Friday

BLACKBIRD PRESENTS AND LEGACY RECORDINGS
RELEASING LONG STORY SHORT: WILLIE NELSON 90
LIVE AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL

DELUXE 2CD + BLU-RAY, DIGITAL & 2xLP
CONFIGURATIONS ON FRIDAY, DEC. 15

Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90 Live At The Hollywood Bowl
Digital Track Listing Announced

Willie Nelson 90 Digital Edition Showcases 13 Exclusive Bonus Tracks

CBS Presents "Willie Nelson's 90th Birthday Celebration," A Concert Special
Honoring the Music Icon's Legendary Career, Sunday, Dec. 17

Legacy Recordings, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, will release Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90 Live At The Hollywood Bowl, produced by Blackbird Presents, in deluxe 2CD+Blu-ray, Digital and 2xLP configurations on Friday, Dec. 15.
 
The digital edition of Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90 Live At The Hollywood Bowl features 52 performances including 13 digital-only bonus tracks exclusive to this release. So far, four preview tracks have been released including Dave Matthews (who inducted Willie into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame last month) doing "Funny How Time Slips Away," The Avett Brothers (who joined Willie earlier this fall for his yearly Outlaw Festival tour) performing "Pick Up The Tempo," Willie's son Lukas Nelson delivering a gorgeous version of "Angel Flying Too Close To The Ground" and a just-released, all-star chorus of dozens of guests joining Willie for a rendition of "On The Road Again" coupled with "Happy Birthday."
 
The deluxe 2CD+Blu-ray edition of Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90 Live At The Hollywood Bowl includes three-hours of video performances from the concert along with three video bonus performances, 39 audio tracks and a multi-page booklet. A 2xLP vinyl edition featuring select highlights from the event will also be available Friday, Dec. 15. Both configurations can be pre-ordered and singles can be previewed HERE.
 
2023 has proved a banner year for Willie, who recorded two new studio albums for Legacy: I Don't Know a Thing About Love (Willie's musical tribute to legendary American songwriter Harlan Howard, released in March) and Bluegrass (Willie performing 12 of his favorite self-penned classics with a bluegrass ensemble). Released Sept. 15, Willie's Bluegrass entered the Billboard Bluegrass Albums chart (Sept. 30) at No. 1, marking his first appearance on the chart in its 21-year history. Willie's roots-inspired album has been nominated for the Grammy Award in the Best Bluegrass Album category.
 
In February, Willie took home two Grammys at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards including Best Country Album for A Beautiful Time. Over the course of his career, Willie Nelson has earned, among innumerable prestigious honors, 12 Grammy Awards including their Lifetime Achievement Award.
 
On Nov. 3, Willie Nelson was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. "This year's incredible group of Inductees reflects the diverse artists and sounds that define rock & roll," said John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, who noted that the Induction Ceremony coincided "with two milestones in music culture; the 90th birthday of Willie Nelson and the 50th Anniversary of the birth of Hip Hop." A broadcast edit of the 38th Annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will air on ABC from 8-11pm ET on Jan. 1, 2024.
 
Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90 Live At The Hollywood Bowl is the definitive music release of the star-studded concerts celebrating Willie's 90th Birthday. The concerts were recorded live on April 29 & 30 at the legendary Hollywood Bowl and feature once-in-a-lifetime performances by Willie Nelson, Allison Russell, Beck, Billy Strings, Bobby Weir, Booker T. Jones, Buddy Cannon, Charley Crockett, Charlie Sexton, Chris Stapleton, Daniel Lanois, Dave Matthews, Dwight Yoakam, Edie Brickell, Emmylou Harris, Gary Clark Jr., George Strait, Jack Johnson, Jamey Johnson, Keith Richards, Kris Kristofferson, Leon Bridges, Lily Meola, Lukas Nelson, Lyle Lovett, Margo Price, Micah Nelson (Particle Kid), Miranda Lambert, Nathaniel Rateliff, Neil Young, Norah Jones, Orville Peck, Rodney Crowell, Rosanne Cash, Sheryl Crow, Snoop Dogg, Stephen Stills, The Avett Brothers, The Lumineers, Tom Jones, Tyler Childers, Warren Haynes, Waylon Payne and Ziggy Marley. 
 
CBS presents "Willie Nelson's 90th Birthday Celebration," a concert special honoring the legendary career of music icon Willie Nelson, Sunday, Dec. 17 (8:30-10:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+).
 
The star-studded special, recorded live earlier this year across two nights before a sold-out crowd at the legendary Hollywood Bowl, celebrates Nelson's milestone 90th birthday and the 12-time GRAMMY® Award-winner's contributions to popular culture and music.

DEKO ENTERTAINMENT AND BLACKBIRD ENTERTAINMENT HAVE TEAMED UP AGAIN TO BRING TO YOU FOR THE FIRST TIME ON VINYL, LIVE IN THE GALAXY BY UNION.

DEKO ENTERTAINMENT AND BLACKBIRD ENTERTAINMENT HAVE TEAMED UP AGAIN TO BRING TO YOU FOR THE FIRST TIME ON VINYL, LIVE IN THE GALAXY BY UNION. THEY WILL GO ON PRE-SALE OCTOBER 13, AT NOON EASTERN TIME.

Originally released in 1999, Live in the Galaxy was recorded during Union’s first tour in support of its self-titled debut album. Union featured the pairing of guitarist Bruce Kulick and singer/guitarist John Corabi. Kulick had spent 12 years as the lead guitarist in KISS during their non-make up era and was featured on several multi-platinum albums, including the powerhouse band Revenge. Corabi fronted the Scream, and more recently, Mötley Crüe on their now cult following, eponymous 1994 release. They teamed up with drummer Brent Fitz (Slash featuring Myles Kennedy & the Conspirators, Alice Cooper, Vince Neil, Theory of a Deadman) and bassist Jamie Hunting (Roger Daltrey, David Lee Roth, Vince Neil) to record two studio albums before disbanding.

On the heels of selling out Union and The Blue Room in 24 hours, Deko and Blackbird Entertainment are at it again. Live in the Galaxy will be available for the first time as a 180 gram vinyl double album that comes with a bonus 7” vinyl. The double album totals 15 songs, with renditions of “I Walk Alone” from Kulick’s time with KISS and “Power to the Music” from Corabi’s time with Mötley Crüe. It comes in 3 color variations: Black/Milky White (limited to 500 copies pressed), Purple/Yellow (limited to 250 copies pressed), and Silver/Violet (limited to 250 copies pressed). The bonus 7” vinyl includes the additional live tracks “Let It Flow” and “Empty Soul.” The album is set to go on pre-sale October 13 at noon (EST). Product is expected to ship early February. The options are as follows:

The Premier Edition – comes with a SIGNED 10”x10” band photo; limited edition Union T-Shirt; 180 gram vinyl double album, completely remastered, featuring all new artwork for a beautiful gatefold sleeve; and a bonus 7” including 2-extra live tracks.

The Royal Edition – comes with a SIGNED 10”x10” band photo; 180 gram vinyl double album, completely remastered, featuring all new artwork for a beautiful gatefold sleeve; and a bonus 7” including 2-extra live tracks.
The Standard Edition – comes with 180 gram vinyl double album, completely remastered, featuring all new artwork for a beautiful gatefold sleeve; and a bonus 7” including 2-extra live tracks.

Union band members are enthusiastically promoting Live in the Galaxy. John Corabi had this to say about the live release, “Union’s Live in the Galaxy exemplifies Union in a nutshell. It’s no frills, no backing tracks, no overdubs, no sound check! Just straight ahead kick-ass rock and roll from a veteran rock band. Much like their ‘70’s classic rock heroes. All recorded at one show at the Galaxy Theater in Anaheim.” Bruce Kulick continues, “Supporters of Union, always loved our live shows. We played intensely, and our raw powerful performances made a lasting impression on our fans. This recording proves it!” From Jamie Hunting, “The band once did 13 cities in 13 nights...runs like that allowed the band to get some flow to the show which can be heard in this concert.” Brent Fitz doesn’t hold back, “Live in the Galaxy was recorded at the perfect moment in our tour, we had been working hard on the road for a year, the band was tight, and we were a strong live act. It’s an amazing snapshot of the band at full power on that first tour!”

Deko Entertainment president, Bruce Pucciarello, comments on their follow up release with Blackbird Entertainment, “Sometimes a live performance brings emotional revelation, allowing us to share feelings with the artist in a way that drives music to higher highs. This amazing Union performance is the definition of exactly that.”

Union store: https://bit.ly/36xRRyI

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www.dekoentertainment.com

Deko Entertainment—Where Art Has Value

DEKO ENTERTAINMENT AND BLACKBIRD ENTERTAINMENT HAVE TEAMED UP TO BRING YOU THE SELF-TITLED ‘UNION’ ALBUM AND ‘THE BLUE ROOM’ ON LIMITED EDITION VINYL

DEKO ENTERTAINMENT AND BLACKBIRD ENTERTAINMENT HAVE TEAMED UP TO BRING YOU THE SELF-TITLED ‘UNION’ ALBUM AND ‘THE BLUE ROOM’ ON LIMITED EDITION VINYL. THEY WILL GO ON SALE MARCH 1ST AT NOON EASTERN TIME.

Originally released in 1998, Union’s self titled debut featured the pairing of guitarist Bruce Kulick who had spent the last 12 years as the lead guitarist in Kiss during their non-make up era, and was featured on several multi-platinum albums, including the bands powerhouse REVENGE, and singer/guitarist John Corabi who had fronted the Scream, and more recently Motley Crue, on their now cult following self titled 1994 release. They teamed up with drummer Brent Fitz (Slash Feat. Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators, Alice Cooper, Vince Neil, Theory Of A Deadman) and bassist Jamie Hunting (Roger Daltrey, David Lee Roth, Vince Neil). This was followed up by their second studio effort ‘The Blue Room’ in 2000.

‘Union’ has not been released on vinyl since its original release and will now be a 180 Gram vinyl double album in two beautiful versions, featuring bonus tracks, and a gatefold sleeve.

The Premier Edition – Crystal Clear Heavy Smoked Vinyl (limited to 250 copies pressed), featuring a SIGNED Album Flat with signatures from all four members.

The Silver Edition – comes on opaque silver 180 gram vinyl and a beautiful gatefold sleeve (limited to 500 copies pressed).

‘The Blue Room’ will be available for the first time as a 180 Gram vinyl double album that comes with 5 bonus tracks, the radio edits for “Do Your Own Thing” and “Who Do You Think You Are?”, along with acoustic versions of “October Morning Wind” and “Hypnotized”, and live version of The Blue Room album cut “Dead”.

The Premier Edition – Comes with a SIGNED 10”x10” band photo, and is on a black & blue 180 gram vinyl hand pour (limited to 250 copies pressed), featuring all new artwork, 5 bonus tracks, and a beautiful gatefold sleeve.

The Royal Edition – comes on transparent blue 180 gram vinyl, features all new artwork, 5 bonus tracks, and a beautiful gatefold sleeve (limited to 500 copies pressed).

John Corabi had this to say about this amazing release, “I’m really excited about the Deko re-release of the self titled Union record, and our second effort “The Blue Room!!!” They did a great job with the artwork and packaging, and the records sound great!!! I’m just so happy for all the Union fans around the world to finally have these long hidden gems at their disposal, instead of having to search high and low on the internet!!!! Enjoy the music, and thank you for all the love and support!!!!!” Peace, Crabby. Bruce Kulick continues, “The vinyl reissues of UNION, gives our fans a fresh listen to our music. Hearing the layers of detail and devotion we gave each song, will be mind blowing for them. The chemistry of this band rises to a new level that will not only impress our fans, it will make the curious converts to the music. It’s a proud moment for John, Brent, Jamie and I to share with the world.”

Deko Entertainment president Bruce Pucciarello comments on this first partnership with Blackbird Entertainment on their new re-issue initiative, “We are super stoked that Blackbird partnered with Deko to make this available again. Union is a case study in pound the pavement rock and roll. If you want soulfulness and a groove in your fist pump, it’s all here folks.”

Union store: https://bit.ly/36xRRyI
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