Ed Bruce. 1939-2021 | Country Road TV

Dec 29, 1939, Ed Bruce is born in Keiser, Arkansas. Ed Bruce was far more than a vocalist 🎙️; he was a master storyteller whose craftsmanship helped define the landscape of American roots music. 🎸 Known for his signature, gravelly baritone, Bruce’s voice carried an innate authenticity that perfectly captured the spirit of the outlaw country era. While he enjoyed significant solo success with hits like "You’re the Best Break This Old Heart Ever Had," his most enduring legacy lies in his songwri

The Last Cowboy Song" 1985 by The Highwaymen is a poignant tribute to the fading cowboy spirit and a nostalgic look at a changing America, with lyrics about the end of a "hundred year waltz". Written by Ed Bruce and performed by Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, and Kris Kristofferson, the song laments how the traditional cowboy life has been replaced by modern industry, like concrete replacing the Chisholm Trail. | Legendary Country Home