Johnny Bush, ‘Whiskey River’ Songwriter and Texas Country Singer, Dead at 85
A Lone Star State staple, Bush was a lifelong friend of Willie Nelson and gave him one of his signature songs
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Subscribe NowA Lone Star State staple, Bush was a lifelong friend of Willie Nelson and gave him one of his signature songs
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