Nearly four decades into his career as an acclaimed singer and songwriter,

Willie Nile first turned heads with his self-titled 1980 album, as recorded

for Arista Records. He has since amassed quite the collection of celebrity

admirers, including Bruce Springsteen, Bono, Paul Simon, Lucinda Williams,

and The Who's Pete Townshend. Nile's recording and performing credits --

beyond his 11 studio albums -- include Ringo Starr, Tori Amos, Elvis

Costello, and the Barenaked Ladies.