Sturgill Simpson

Genre-Defying Americana Singer-Songwriter

Sturgill Simpson is an American country music singer-songwriter and actor. Born on June 8, 1978, in Jackson, Kentucky, he first emerged into the music scene in the early 2010s. Simpson's career took a significant turn with the release of his second album, "Metamodern Sounds in Country Music," in 2014, which was lauded for its inventive take on classic country sounds and themes. His third album, "A Sailor's Guide to Earth," released in 2016, further solidified his reputation as an innovative artist; it won the Grammy Award for Best Country Album and was nominated for Album of the Year. The album is notable for its conceptual approach as a letter to his newborn son and for its blend of country, soul, rock, and more.