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Gunnar Nelson is best known as one half of the iconic Nelson duo, joining his brother Matthew to carry forward a family legacy dating back to the late 1980s. Sons of rock legend Ricky Nelson, Gunnar and Matthew fused glam metal, hard rock, and radio-friendly pop rock to create breezy harmonies and memorable melodies. Their 1990 debut album, After the Rain, went double platinum in the U.S. and spawned the chart-topping single Can't Live Without Your Love and Affection. The brothers hold a Guinness World Records recognition for number-one records across three successive generations, underscoring a storied lineage in American rock and roll. In recent years, Gunnar has continued to perform, drawing on a diverse discography that spans studio albums from 1990 through 2015 and holiday releases in 2015–2016. Expect intimate, live-acoustic dates and engaging storytelling that blends classic Nelson hits with heartfelt new material.