The Flatlanders

When originally together for a couple years in the early 1970s, The Flatlanders managed to snag a record deal but barely saw any of the recordings released. Usually for obscure outfits the story ends there, but if your band includes Joe Ely, Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock, the public will eventually catch up. When the stellar Texan songwriting trio reunites, it’s best to save the date.