Steve Earle is widely regarded as one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation. A protege of legendary songwriters Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, Earle quickly established himself as a master storyteller. His songs have been recorded by a range of iconic artists, including Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Joan Baez, Emmylou Harris, The Pretenders, and many others. Earle has released 22 albums in his career, most recently Jerry Jeff (with the Dukes) in 2022.