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The version found on the American Outlaws: Live collection was recorded on , at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. This recording is part of a larger project celebrating the "American Outlaws"—the country music supergroup The Highwaymen , consisting of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson.

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One of the most storied live performances of the track occurred in 1980 at . Fans recall a surreal, almost supernatural vibe when, as the opening chords hit, a thunderstorm broke over the 100,000-strong crowd . The pouring rain and flashing lightning perfectly mirrored the song’s tale of ghostly cowboys chasing the Devil’s herd across the sky, cementing it as a legendary "you had to be there" moment in rock history. The Nassau Coliseum Legacy The version found on the American Outlaws: Live

Whether you’re listening to the remastered box set or watching the concert film , that performance captures the raw, unbridled spirit of the Southern rock pioneers. Fans recall a surreal, almost supernatural vibe when,

Originally recorded for their 1980 album Ghost Riders , this cover of Stan Jones’s 1948 classic became a massive hit, peaking at No. 31 on the Billboard Hot 100. But it was on stage where the track truly came alive. Captured Energy: Why They Recorded It

The outlaws performing this classic live in 1981. Featuring Hughie Thomasson, Freddie Salem, Rick Cua, and David Dix. YouTube·Ultimate Rock Show

: The 1981 live version featured the powerhouse lineup of Hughie Thomasson, Freddie Salem, Rick Cua, and David Dix.