Justin Townes Earle (January 4, 1982 – August 20, 2020) was an American singer-songwriter and musician. After his debut, EP Yuma (2007), he released eight full-length albums. He was recognized with an Americana Music Award for Emerging Artist of the Year in 2009 and for Song of the Year in 2011 for "Harlem River Blues". His father is alternative country artist Steve Earle.

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A Tribute To Justin Townes Earle: 'The Talent That He Possessed Was Almost Inconceivable'

"I saw him play probably 20 times over the next decade or so - all over Australia and even overseas - and the excitement of bearing witness to this genuine and generous talent never abated."

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Justin Townes Earle Passes Away: 'You Will Be Missed Dearly'

"We hope that his music will continue to guide you on your journeys."

Reviews / Live

Live Review: Justin Townes Earle, The Little Lord Street Band

"A bucket list musician every person should experience live."

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Justin Townes Earle: 'Everybody Needs To Grow A Pair Of Balls'

Justin Townes Earle’s new album takes aim at the rough hand the lower classes in modern day America have been dealt. Ahead of his Australian tour he tells Steve Bell why his empathy is personal and not political.

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Justin Townes Earle Confirms Australian Tour

“Australia is one of my favourite countries to tour."

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Justin Townes Earle Cancels Australian Tour Set To Kick Off Next Week

The US artist was also set to appear at Bello Winter Music festival.

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Justin Townes Earle, Dan Sultan & More Announced On Inaugural Low Light Festival Line-up

Music, arts, food, perfect.

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Justin Townes Earle Announces Solo Australian Acoustic Tour

Heading out in July.

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Caiti Baker, William Crighton & Heaps More Round Out Bello Winter Music Festival Line-up

So much music.

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Justin Townes Earle, Maddy Jane & More Lead Bello Winter Music Festival Line-up

This will keep you warm.