Lukas Nelson
Lukas Autry Nelson (born December 25, 1988, in Austin, Texas) is an American singer‐songwriter and the son of country legend Willie Nelson who rose to prominence as the frontman of Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real—a band he formed in 2008 that supported artists like Neil Young and contributed to nine albums before their 2024 hiatus. He earned acclaim co‑writing and producing the Grammy‑winning soundtrack for A Star Is Born (2018), and in June 2025 he launched his solo career with American Romance, released via Sony Music Nashville and produced by Shooter Jennings; the 12‑track album, including singles like “Ain’t Done” and “Pretty Much,” is a soulful, introspective blend of country, folk, and Americana that reflects his personal growth—sobriety, piloting, and stepping out from his father’s shadow—while exploring themes of love, loss, resilience, and American road life.
Filmography
Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies
as Self
Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies
as Self
Coastal
as Self
Coastal
as Self
Christmas with Delta in Hollywood
Christmas with Delta in Hollywood
Willie Nelson 90: Long Story Short
as Self
Willie Nelson 90: Long Story Short
as Self
Reportin’ for Duty: A Tribute to Leslie Jordan
as Self
Reportin’ for Duty: A Tribute to Leslie Jordan
as Self
Coal Miner's Daughter: A Celebration of the Life and Music of Loretta Lynn
as Self
Coal Miner's Daughter: A Celebration of the Life and Music of Loretta Lynn
as Self
Neil Young + The Promise of the Real: Noise & Flowers
as Himself
Neil Young + The Promise of the Real: Noise & Flowers
as Himself
The Road to Stardom: The Making of A Star Is Born
as Self
The Road to Stardom: The Making of A Star Is Born
as Self
A Star Is Born
as Guitarist
A Star Is Born
as Guitarist
Paradox
as Jailtime
Paradox
as Jailtime
The Monsanto Years
as Himself / Guitar / Backing Vocals
The Monsanto Years
as Himself / Guitar / Backing Vocals
Neil Young - Haskell Wexler - Teatro Session
as Self
Neil Young - Haskell Wexler - Teatro Session
as Self
Austin City Limits Celebrates 40 Years
as Self - Performer
Austin City Limits Celebrates 40 Years
as Self - Performer
Neil Young - Live at Farm Aid 2014
as Himself
Neil Young - Live at Farm Aid 2014
as Himself
Farm Aid 2021: Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real
as Self
Farm Aid 2021: Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real
as Self