Willie Nelson and Yo La Tengo Back Talarico for Senate in Texas

WHO:

Pitchfork - Willie Nelson endorses James Talarico for the Texas Senate.

Rolling Stone Music - Willie Nelson describes Talarico as "a good man who will be a good senator."

Pitchfork - Yo La Tengo is also supporting James Talarico.

WHAT:

Pitchfork - Yo La Tengo will perform at a benefit concert for Talarico.

Pitchfork - The benefit concert is for Talarico's Senate campaign.

WHERE:

Pitchfork - The benefit concert will take place in Austin, Texas.

WHEN:

Pitchfork - The benefit concert is scheduled for October 27.

WHY:

Rolling Stone Music - Willie Nelson supports Talarico due to his belief that he will be a good senator.

HOW:

Pitchfork - The concert is a method to raise funds for Talarico's Senate campaign.

(UPDATED October 9, 2026 23:59 UTC)

Willie Nelson has officially endorsed James Talarico for the Texas Senate, calling him "a good man who will be a good senator." In support of Talarico's campaign, the band Yo La Tengo will perform at a benefit concert scheduled for October 27 in Austin, Texas, aimed at raising funds for his Senate bid. This concert highlights Nelson's belief in Talarico's potential as a strong leader for the state.