The critical acclaim that The Great Yellow Light has received is overwhelming and humbling. MOJO Magazine gave the album 4 stars! It's been called "a masterpiece", "as strong as anything he's ever recorded", "this set of songs just might be the man’s most important", and more. 

"The mighty Willie Nile is both a powerhouse New York hard-rocker as well as a first-rate melodicist who writes hard to forget songs. On his 21^st album in a career of remarkable consistence, he again delivers a batch of classic rock n roll, this time focused on the grim political landscape that currently defines his beloved country." 4 Stars****  – Michael Simmons/MOJO September

“Hearkens back to Nile's great American Ride album with its mix of anthemic rockers and sensitive ballads, all with a lightly political undercurrent. “An Irish Goodbye” is destined for a spot on pub jukeboxes around the world.” – Classic Rock UK

“Willie Nile excels at delivering rock anthems that stir the senses while driving the music with arch determination. Over the course of his decades-long career, Nile has proven himself to be nothing less than a relentless warrior, and this latest opus offers further proof of that pronouncement.” – Goldmine Magazine

“It's always good news when Willie Nile releases new music; the native New Yorker has been a regional favorite for decades and he's beloved worldwide by those who've heard his streetwise and relatable songs (fans include Bono, Graham Parker, Ian Hunter, and Lucinda Williams.) This 21^st album from Nile reaffirms his place as one of the top artists working in the blue-collar rock genre." – antimusic.com

Willie Nile's 15th Studio Album, "The Great Yellow Light" Will Be Released on June 20th 

June 16, 2025

Willie Nile’s “The Great Yellow Light” is already receiving great reviews in advance of its official release on June 20^th.

Today, Little Steven’s Underground Garage announced “An Irish Goodbye” (featuring Paul Brady) as the “Coolest Song in the World.” Heartfelt thanks to Steven Van Zandt for this honor.

The Album Release Show will be on Tuesday, June 24^th at Sony Hall in Manhattan. Willie and the band will play the entire album, plus other fan favorites.

The first single, “We Are, We Are” is now available on your favorite streaming platform, and will have its video premiere on Twangville on Wednesday, June 25^th.

Willie Nile Announces a New Studio Album & Fan Fund Opportunities

January 28, 2025

Dear Friends and Fans,

The band and I are in the process of making a new studio album. It’s been over three and a half years since the last one and I’m over the moon about how it’s coming along. The band is on fire and we’ve got a great new collection of songs.

The album will be released on my own independent label and we’re doing a fan fund with incentives to raise money to help pay for studio costs, manufacturing, shipping, promotion, etc. Whatever you can do to help would be greatly appreciated and your support makes it possible to bring this album to life. 

Some of the incentives include signed copies of the CD and vinyl, exclusive merch, handwritten lyrics, your name with special thanks in the liner note, Greenwich Village tour of my neighborhood, personal house concerts, being an Executive or Associate Producer, etc.

Please note, for those who want their names included in the "Special Thanks" in the liner notes or want to be an Executive or Associate Producer, there is a deadline of Friday, February 21, since we need to get all the artwork and credits for the album to the printer.

I can’t wait for you to hear the new songs and am deeply grateful for whatever you can do to help and be a part of it.

With heartfelt thanks and love,

Willie Nile

Fan Fund 2025

Willie Nile Band Caribbean Adventure

WILLIE NILE BAND CARIBBEAN ADVENTURE

DECEMBER 9-14, 2024

"Join Willie and his band on this incredible experience. Fly in and out of Orlando with a Perfect Day
on a private island and a visit to Cozumel. Revel in the camaraderie and great music!! - Fan Club Cruises

Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts James Stevenson and Smiley Barnard are now unable to join Willie for the shows in England.

After much shuffling of cards, papers and schedules – and holding up the occasional bank – we are delighted to announce that we are now able to bring Willie’s New York City band for 3 shows in England!   Featuring Johnny Pisano on Bass,  Jimi K Bones on Guitar and Jon Weber on Drums - these guys have played together in Willie’s band for many years and really know how to rock!  Edinburgh lineup remains unchanged featuring Johnny Pisano on Bass with local legends Rab Howat on Guitar and Ali Wilson in Drums!

This is going to be a great tour! Get ready!!

Check out this great new video in Rolling Stone Magazine
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/willie-nile-new-song-blood-on-your-hands-steve-earle-1178734/

Join Willie as he and Johnny take you on an intimate musical tour of the streets of New York playing songs and telling tales along the way. See the Statue Of Liberty, the World Trade Center, Wall St., Washington Square Park, local Greenwich Village haunts, Buddy Holly’s apt., hear an Edgar Allan Poe poem outside where he lived, and more… You don’t want to miss this!! Spread the word!

Willie Nile has released a new music video for 'Run Free.'  The video is a live performance of the track, filmed at The Bowery Electric.  It captures the essence of the track, while showcasing the energy of a Willie Nile Band live performance.  Joining the band is Rob Clores on keys.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6JaDpyl1Bo

In support of the Willie Nile tribute record, Willie Nile: Uncovered, Richard Barone has released a music video for his cover of Willie's 'Streets of New York.'  The video shows Richard playing and singing in different parts of the city both he and Willie call home.  Willie Nile Uncovered was released on August 21, 2020.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OTzJaBy4NM