Farm Aid's founding father Willie Nelson turned 70 this year, and he shows no signs of slowing down. Willie continues to tour throughout the year; he was even as far as Norway last December, performing at the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo.

With an unforgettable voice, an unmistakable countenance, and undeniable warmth, Willie has lifted the spirits of literally millions of people over the world. From his 1961 hit for Patsy Cline, "Crazy," to his recently released album with Ray Price, Run That By Me One More Time, Willie Nelson has offered the world an unbroken stream of authentic emotions, earning him legions of fans, dozens of awards, and a reputation as a national hero. None of which should surprise anyone who has seen him play or heard him sing. This is the man who wrote "On the Road Again" on the back of an airsick bag after being challenged to write a song on the spot. This is the man who's calling was so clear that his first performance was at age four in 1937 at a gospel picnic in his home town, Abbott, Texas. This is the man who was so compassionate and proactive, he put together the first Farm Aid concert in six weeks along with Neil Young and John Mellencamp.

Since the first Farm Aid concert in Champaign, Illinois in 1985, Willie's dedication to helping America's family farmers has inspired countless musicians, farmers, and music lovers alike. Never one to give up, Willie is just as dedicated to a family farm system of agriculture as ever, perhaps even more so now. With his ageless grin, Willie says, "People keep asking me when I'm going to retire. I tell them that all I do is play music and golf. Which one am I supposed to give up?"

Once again, Willie has put together a Farm Aid show that will generate great music and support for family farmers, and surely inspire us all.