Published 2020-11-22 06:00
On the forthcoming album, "J.T.", Steve Earle & The Dukes pay tribute to Steve’s late son, Justin Townes Earle, who passed away on August 20th, 2020, in Nashville. The album will be released digitally on what would have been Justin’s 39th birthday, January 4th, 2021, CD and vinyl formats will release March 19, 2021.
The 1st track, “Harlem River Blues” is available to stream now. The poignant song is one of Justin’s best known compositions and took 'Song Of The Year' honors at the 2011 Americana Music Awards ceremony following Justin’s win in the 'Emerging Artist Of The Year' category in 2009.
100% of the artist advances and royalties from "J.T." will be donated to a trust for Etta St James Earle, the 3 year old daughter of Justin and Jenn Earle. While somber in parts, the album is ultimately a rousing celebration of a life lived with passion and purpose.