Emmylou Harris

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Biography: Emmylou Harris is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who has made substantial contributions to country, folk, and Americana music. Over her decades-long career, she has collaborated with numerous notable artists such as Gram Parsons, Dolly Parton, and Bob Dylan.

Harris's work is characterized by her distinctive, emotive voice, and her knack for interpreting and reinvigorating traditional songs. Her albums, including Pieces of the Sky (1975) and Roses in the Snow (1980), helped redefine country music to appeal to a wider audience. She won 14 Grammy Awards and has been inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

In addition to her musical achievements, Emmylou Harris is also known for her activism, particularly in animal rights. She founded the Bonaparte's Retreat Dog Rescue, an organization dedicated to providing care and shelter for dogs in need.

Born: April 2, 1947
Birthplace: Birmingham, Alabama, USA
Age: 77 years old

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Pig
Star Sign: Aries

Historical Events

1980-10-13 14th Country Music Association Awards: Barbara Mandrell, Emmylou Harris, and George Jones win
1985-09-22 First Farm Aid benefit concert, Champaign, Illinois; organized by Willie Nelson, Neil Young and John Mellencamp; performers included Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, Billy Joel, B.B. King, Hoyt Axton, Joni Mitchell, Rickie Lee Jones, and Emmylou Harris
1987-09-19 Farm Aid III held in Lincoln, Nebraska; performers include Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young, Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill, Lyle Lovett, John Denver, and Joe Walsh
1998-04-27 Rock for the Rainforest benefit concert held at Carnegie Hall, NYC; performers include: Sting, Elton John, James Taylor, Madonna, Billy Joel, Joe Cocker, Emmylou Harris, Roberta Flack, Wynonna Judd, and Tsidii Leloka
2003-09-07 Farm Aid 16 held in Columbus, Ohio; performers include Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young, Dave Matthews, Emmylou Harris, Hootie & the Blowfish, Sheryl Crow, Brooks & Dunn, and Daniel Lanois
2005-09-18 Farm Aid 18 held in Tinley Park, Illinois; performers include Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Arlo Guthrie, Buddy Guy, Emmylou Harris, James McMurtry, Jimmy Sturr & His Orchestra, John Mayer, Kathleen Edwards, Kenny Chesney, Susan Tedeschi, Widespread Panic, and Wilco
2023-04-30 Country singer Willie Nelson hosts second of two-night 90th birthday concerts for himself at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California; guest performers include Dave Matthews, Emmylou Harris, Keith Richards, Bob Wieir, Margo Price, Nathaniel Rateliffe, Dwight Yoakam, Sheryl Crow, and Billy Strings, among others

Biographies and Sources

Past Farm Aid Concerts & Festivals - Farm Aid