American Songwriter : The Time Kris Kristofferson and Rosanne Cash United for “One of the Most Phenomenal Duets Ever” (by Em Casalena) →

Just last year, country legends Kris Kristofferson and Rosanne Cash (daughter of famed country singer Johnny Cash) performed a stunning duet on CBS in celebration of Willie Nelson’s 90th birthday concert. The two singers complimented each other beautifully as they performed “Lovin’ Her Was Easier (Than Anything I’ll Ever Do Again)”. Even though the song was originally a Kristofferson classic, the added vocals from Rosanne Cash completely changed the emotional quality of the song. She’s a respectable country singer in her own right, but the emotional connection between herself and Kristofferson is likely what makes it such a good duet.

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American Songwriter : The Not-So-Subtle Political Commentary Behind Kris Kristofferson’s 1990 Single “Don’t Let the Bastards (Get You Down)” (by Tina Benitez-Eves) →

They’re killing babies in the name of freedom opens Kris Kristofferson on his 1990 song “Don’t Let the Bastards (Get You Down).” Released months before the U.S. was about to invade Iraq, no specific conflict is referenced in the song by Kristofferson, who served as a captain in the U.S. Army. At the time, Kristofferson’s political views were crystal clear, and he opposed the recent military policies enforced by the then George W. Bush Jr. administration and remained outspoken about his more left-wing stances. [...] Soon after the release of Don’t Let the Bastards (Get You Down),” the title became Kristofferson’s catchphrase. He even said the words to Sinéad O’Connor, after she was booed at a Bob Dylan tribute concert at Madison Square Garden, shortly after her controversial appearance on Saturday Night Live in 1992 where she tore a photograph of then-Pope John Paul II to shed light on the unspoken sexual abuses by priests in the Catholic church.

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Rock Celebrities : The Singer Who Landed In Johnny Cash’s Yard With A Helicopter To Deliver His Songs (by Serra Ozturk) →

After artists reach a certain level of fame and commercial success in their careers, they tend to have more of an influence on the up-and-coming artists in the industry. Also, they acquire the power to change the trajectory of other musicians’ lives by introducing them to the music scene. If the wanna-be artists get the opportunity to interact with more prominent names and are good enough to impress them, they might get a chance to have a completely different life.

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Movie Web : Kris Kristofferson's Best Performances, Ranked (BY FATIMA ALI IDRISOGLU) →

Kris Kristofferson is a retired singer, songwriter, and actor. He is one of the most legendary people in Hollywood, who has had success in both singing and acting in his stellar career, up to the day he retired. He has also received a lot of huge songwriting hits for writing songs like “Help Me Make It Through The Night”, “Me and Bobby McGee”, and “For The Good Times.” His rugged looks, gravelly voice, and love for country music made him an instant fan favorite and hotshot crush of his generation.

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American Songwrighter : Review: Kris Kristofferson—A Songwriter for All Seasons (by Lee Zimmermann) →

At age 86, Kristofferson is getting up in years now and he’s no longer the young insurgent he once was. Yet his resolve remains intact—in the music he’s shared and the spirit that he brings to bear here. One can almost feel the electricity that was evident in the room that night, and it’s to the credit of New West Records that they chose to preserve it for posterity. Clearly, this was—and remains—a particularly inspiring encounter.

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Rolling Stone : See Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson Play Hangover Ode, ‘Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down’ →

Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson reunited on the latter’s “Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down” for the 2016 tribute concert, The Life and Songs of Kris Kristofferson: All Star Concert Celebration. The show will be released as a concert album and film October 27th. CMT will air the full show that same night at 10 p.m. Eastern/Pacific. 



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