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Steve Earle Bio
The singer-songwriter, as well known for his political views as his rock and country music, is a published writer, activist and playwright. In his early career, he was seen as a savior of country music, hailed by some as the “new Bruce Springsteen.” A Virginia native, Earle dropped out of school in ninth grade to learn about the music business. Despite his early success as a songwriter, it was not until 1981 that he achieved a top-10 cut with “When You Fall in Love.”
His early work as a recording artist was in the “rockabilly” style, and in 1986 he released his first album, Guitar Town. Addicted to heroin for many years, he eventually ended up in jail on drug charges but kicked the habit in prison and came out with two albums after his release, including “Train A Comin’,” nominated for Grammy in 1996.
His latest career has led to experimentation with a range of styles from country and bluegrass to folk and hard rock. Earle performs more than 200 shows a year, either solo acoustics or ensembles with one of his bands. In May he released a tribute album, Townes, with 15 songs written by his late friend and mentor Townes Van Zandt.
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Concerts in the Garden - Steve Earle
