The term legend is an overused description, but in Dale Watson’s case, it’s a perfect fit. Originally cutting his teeth on Houston’s honky tonk circuit and releasing his debut album Cheatin’ Heart Attack in 1995, he’s become an icon of outlaw country music and one of its hardest-working stars. 300 shows a year are not uncommon, along with an average of an album every 12 months. At age 63, Unwanted is his latest release and long-time fans will not be disappointed.
Things kick off with the rollicking ‘Willie Waylon and Whiskey’ a tribute to two of his biggest influences which even manages to slip in a riff from Nelson’s ‘On the Road Again’. Backed by the Lonestars with contributions from his wife Celine Lee, who shares vocals on…