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Original Title:
Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies
Alternate Titles:
Lovey : King of the Roadies
Genres:
Documentary | History | Music
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 86
A true story about the unreal life of an unsung country music hero. Ben Dorcy, aka Lovey, the first and oldest roadie, is recognized by the cultural icons who depend on him just as he’s losing his independence. Having outlived all his relatives, Ben learns he can rely on his music family. Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Knoxville, Kinky Friedman, Jamey Johnson, Ann-Margret, and more come together to honor this legend among legends who, unbeknownst to many, shaped Texas and American music history. “King of the Roadies” celebrates all who work to keep the wheels turning behind-the-scenes; and reminds us that with spirit, passion and perseverance, our best days may still be ahead of us if we continue doing what we love. “It’s one thing to have a bunch of good ideas, but to make them work and to put them into action, you need someone like Ben to do it, and he never failed.” – Willie Nelson
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Associate Producer:
Preston Flagg
Adam Grimm
Gina Giampa Grimm
David E Anderson
Lana Nelson
Turk Pipkin
John Selman
Joel Shoepf
David Von Roehm
Camera Operator:
Josh Ashy Holden
Nick Holden
Cinematography:
Amy Lee Nelson
Trevor Doyle Nelson
Co-Director:
Trevor Doyle Nelson
Co-Executive Producer:
John Paul DeJoria
Annie Balliro
Director:
Amy Lee Nelson
Editor:
Lana Nelson
Amy Lee Nelson
Mollie McDermott
Zach Passero
Executive Producer:
Willie Nelson
Amy Lee Nelson
Music Co-Supervisor:
Kevin Moyer
Amy Lee Nelson
Music Consultant:
DeeDee Kearney
Annie Balliro
Producer:
Shooter Jennings
Kevin Moyer
Trevor Doyle Nelson
Sound Mixer:
Andrew Smetek
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