Willie Nelson made a “Rainbow Connection” with Kermit the Frog at his annual Luck Reunion festival on Thursday night (March 14), leading the Muppets to a surprise appearance during their headlining set.
In addition to singing the 1979 hit together, Nelson and Kermit also performed a gospel medley of “Will the Circle Be Unbroken,” “I'll Fly Away” and “Hard to Be Humble.” See video clips and a photo gallery from the performance below.
Nelson and Kermit's “Rainbow Connection” duet has been a long time coming, dating back to Nelson's version of the song on his 2001 album of the same name. In 2019, he He performed it with Kacey Musgraves. at the CMA Awards.
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Meanwhile, Kermit performed the song with Jim James of My Morning Jacket at the Newport Folk Festival and Debbie Harry. Most recently, Barbra Streisand released a duet version of “Rainbow Connection” with Kermit on her 2021 compilation. free me 2.
Other Luck Reunion performers included Tyler Childers, Old Crow Medicine Show, Madi Diaz, John Oates and Rett Madison.
Nelson's next album, Border, arrives on May 31 and has a busy touring schedule ahead. In addition to appearing at the Stagecoach Music Festival next month and joining Chris Stapleton for a summer date on his “All-American Road Show,” Nelson will co-headline the “Outlaw Music Festival Tour” with Bob Dylan from June to September. Get tickets here.
🎶🐸✨ Talk about a magical moment!
Willie Nelson and surprise guest Kermit the Frog stole the show at @SuerteReunionsinging classics like “Rainbow Connection” and a soulful gospel medley, all alone at Willie's ranch in Spicewood!
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— John-Carlos Estrada 🎙️ (@Mr_JCE) March 15, 2024
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