Mickey Raphael Live in Concert at Brooklyn Bowl

Mickey Raphael on How Willie Nelson Songs Are Cheaper—and More Effective—Than Therapy

Our guest today is the incredibly talented and versatile musician, Mickey Raphael. His legendary harmonica playing is the hallmark of many songs you know. Not only has he played with everyone from Elton John to Neil Young to Chris Stapleton, but has spent the last 50 years playing alongside Willie Nelson. Mickey and Norah connect on their musical beginnings, their chance meetings with Willie, and life on the road. You won’t want to miss this episode of classics and a spin on one of Norah’s originals!

Mickey Raphael never officially got asked to join Willie Nelson’s band, he was just never asked to leave, and has been going strong with him since 1973. On this week’s episode he blows a little harp and tales while sitting backstage at the Pantages Theater in Los Angeles.

Willie Nelson, Snoop Dogg and Mickey Raphael play Willie’s 90th Birthday at Hollywood Bowl

Bob Dylan and Mickey Raphael 2024

Chris Stapleton - Parachute (Live SNL)

Going Fishing (Mickey Raphael) Opry House 1974

Dave Matthews and Mickey Raphael All Along the Watchtower (Live at FarmAid 2001)

Kris Kirstofferson, Tom Morello, Mickey Raphael at John Lennon’s 75th Birthday Concert

Mickey Raphael

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