Sturgill Simpson is a multifaceted American musician, singer, and songwriter known for his distinctive blend of country, bluegrass, rock, and Americana. Born on June 8, 1978, in Jackson, Kentucky, Simpson spent his early years serving in the U.S. Navy before dedicating himself fully to his music career. His first studio album, "High Top Mountain," was released in 2013 and paid homage to his Appalachian roots with a traditional country sound, earning Simpson a dedicated following. The 2014 follow-up, "Metamodern Sounds in Country Music," was a critical success, pushing the boundaries of the genre with its rich, psychedelic undertones and philosophical lyrics, as exemplified by tracks like "Turtles All the Way Down."

Simpson's third album, "A Sailor's Guide to Earth," released in 2016, marked a significant departure from his earlier works. The album was a more personal, conceptually-driven project, created as a letter to his firstborn child, and it showcased his willingness to experiment by incorporating elements such as soul, rock, and orchestral arrangements. The record earned widespread praise and awarded him a Grammy for Best Country Album. Not one to be pigeonholed, Sturgill Simpson shook the music scene once more with "SOUND & FURY" in 2019, an electrifying, rock-oriented album accompanied by an anime film on Netflix that served as a visual narrative for the music. He continued to flex his bluegrass muscles with the two-volume "Cuttin' Grass" series, which featured reimagined versions of his own work in traditional bluegrass style. With his 2021 concept album "The Ballad of Dood & Juanita," Simpson proved his storytelling prowess yet again, cementing his status as a fearless and innovative force in modern music.

Genres

Alternative Americana

Kentucky Roots

Nashville Singer-songwriter

New Americana

Outlaw Country

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Latest Release

Passage Du Desir

Johnny Blue Skies•

Sturgill Simpson

Album - 8 Tracks - Released July 12, 2024