Justin Townes Earle
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Justin Townes Earle.
Justin Townes Earle artist page: interviews, features and/or performances archived at NPR Music
Concerts
February 25, 2013 The singer puts the blues back in country on his new album, which he recorded in an old church.
July 31, 2011 The young singer explores the sounds of gospel and stark folk music in a concert from Newport.
July 20, 2011 It's a two-for-one on Mountain Stage, with back-to-back performances by Americana's best.
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August 7, 2009 Hear two wildly different approaches to roots music on display, live from Philadelphia.
Studio Sessions
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April 10, 2012 Listen to the singer perform his Memphis-inspired songs full of captivating storytelling.
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February 8, 2011 Listen to the singer-songwriter, perform three songs from his latest album, Harlem River Blues.
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June 2, 2009 Since Earle arrived on the scene, the singer-songwriter has scarcely had a moment's rest.
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May 6, 2008 Earle references a wide array of musical influences with a style that sounds at once old and new.
April 28, 2008 The Nashville songwriter plays and talks about kicking a drug habit — then launching his career.
Interviews & Profiles
December 29, 2008 Country-rock singer-songwriter Steve Earle taught his son a lot about rebellion and making music.
Discover Songs
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August 29, 2010 Hear Earle's simple and heartfelt third album in its entirety until its release on Sept. 14.
Reviews
April 17, 2012 Earle's "Look the Other Way" is a funky evocation of misery — blues for driving with the top down.
September 15, 2010 On Harlem River Blues, Earle puts the staples of American music in the context of his adopted home.
