On JERRY JEFF – set for May 27 release via New West Records – Steve Earle pays tribute to influential cowboy troubadour Jerry Jeff Walker, who passed away on October 23, 2021. After performing in Texas at a concert celebrating Walker’s life, Steve took his band, The Dukes, to Electric Lady Studios in New York, where they recorded 10 of Walker’s songs.

Today, Steve shares their freewheeling rendition of “Gettin’ By,” the album’s opening track. Adding a few personal twists to the lyrics, he admits to his greatest boyhood ambition: to be Jerry Jeff Walker.

“This record completes the set, the work of my first-hand teachers,” Steve writes in the liner notes, referencing 2009’s TOWNES and 2019’s GUY, which he made after the deaths of Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark.

“The records were recorded and released in the order in which they left this world. But make no mistake – it was Jerry Jeff Walker who came first,” Steve says.

Steve was 14 when he first heard Walker. His high school drama teacher gave him a copy of “Mr. Bojangles,” Walker’s classic ballad about an unforgettable character he met in a New Orleans jail. After Steve moved to Nashville in the 1970s, he had the opportunity to get to know Walker, who enlisted him as his designated driver.

“There’s a tendency to think of Jerry Jeff around a relationship to one song,” Steve says, referring to “Mr. Bojangles,” which was covered by everyone from Bob Dylan to Sammy Davis Jr. “He was also such a great interpreter of other people’s songs. But my main purpose in recording this album was to remind people that he wrote a lot of fucking great songs.”

Earle delivers a gorgeous, soulful “Mr. Bojangles” on JERRY JEFF, but also covers some of Walker’s lesser-known classics – meditative ballads like 1969’s “Old Road” and 1973’s “Wheel.” Other highlights include joyful takes of “Charlie Dunn,” Walker’s endearing tribute to the bootmaker, and “Gypsy Songman,” a stomping busking anthem.

In support of the new record, Steve Earle & the Dukes embark on a nationwide tour with support from special guests The Whitmore Sisters.

To listen to "Gettin' By," as well as pre-order options, visit: http://newwst.com/jerryjeff

We're thrilled to announce that Camp Copperhead will be returning for the 8th year this September, 6-9! This year, Steve will be joined by Shawn Colvin and Anders Osborne. Camp Copperhead is such a special event filled with workshops, private performances, and artist collaboration, we hope you'll come to join us. Registrations are now open to the public. Up-to-date vaccination is mandatory to attend. Spots are first come first serve so be sure to register soon!

We are thrilled to announce that The Public Theater's critically acclaimed, "gorgeously authentic" (Time Out New York) production of COAL COUNTRY is back by popular demand. Audible Theater presents the New York Times Critic’s Pick that delves into the aftermath of the West Virginia mine explosion of 2010, written by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen with original music by Steve Earle.

Previews begin on March 4th, and opens for a limited engagement on March 10th. General on-sale begins Wednesday January 26th, but you can use the code “AUDCC” to access the presale now.

To get tickets and learn more about the show, visit CoalCountryMusical.com.

Out of an abundance of caution with the rising cases of Covid, we have decided to reschedule the Justin Townes Earle Celebration of Life Show. The new date will be January 4th, 2023, what would have been Justin's 41st birthday. All tickets will be honored for the new date, and refunds will be available through point of purchase for 90 days.

A Celebration of Justin Townes Earle will now be streaming on January 4th. Join Steve Earle, The Dukes and a host of artists live from The Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, performing songs from JTE's catalog on what would have been his 40th birthday. Tune in live or watch on demand for up to 48 hours after.

Livestream tickets on sale now, with proceeds benefiting the Etta St. James Earle trust: https://bit.ly/JTELivestream

Steve Earle & The Dukes have announced the lineup for A Celebration of Justin Townes Earle, Steve’s late son, on Justin’s 40th birthday. The show will take place on Justin’s actual birthday January 4 (2022) at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN, and the entire lineup will be performing songs from Justin’s catalog. Tickets for the event will go on sale this Friday, November 19 at 10 AM CST. The current lineup is as follows: Amanda Shires, Ben Nichols (Lucero), Buddy Miller, Dustin Welch, Elizabeth Cook, Emmylou Harris, Jason Isbell, Jessica Lea Mayfield, Joe Pug, Jon Langford, Lilly Hiatt, Lucinda Williams, Mike Ness and Jonny Two Bags of Social Distortion, Old Crow Medicine Show, Scotty Melton, Stacey Earle And Mark Stuart, Willy and Cody Braun. The show will benefit Justin’s 4 year old daughter, Etta St. James Earle’s trust.

Steve Earle & The Dukes have announced the lineup for A Celebration of Justin Townes Earle, Steve’s late son, on Justin’s 40th birthday. The show will take place on Justin’s actual birthday January 4 (2022) at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN, and the entire lineup will be performing songs from Justin’s catalog. Tickets for the event will go on sale this Friday, November 19 at 10 AM CST.

The current lineup is as follows: Amanda Shires, Ben Nichols (Lucero), Buddy Miller, Dustin Welch, Elizabeth Cook, Emmylou Harris, Jason Isbell, Jessica Lea Mayfield, Joe Pug, Jon Langford, Lilly Hiatt, Lucinda Williams, Mike Ness and Jonny Two Bags of Social Distortion, Old Crow Medicine Show, Scotty Melton, Stacey Earle And Mark Stuart, Willy and Cody Braun.

The show will benefit Justin’s 4-year-old daughter, Etta St. James Earle’s trust.

Steve Earle has announced the 7th Annual John Henry’s Friends Benefit concert, which will take place on December 13th at The Town Hall in New York City. Hosted by Steve Earle, the event will feature performances from Steve Earle & The Dukes, Bruce Springsteen, Rosanne Cash, The Mastersons, Willie Nile, and Matt Savage.

All proceeds from this event, as has been the case with each of the previous John Henry’s Friends Benefit concerts, will be donated to The Keswell School, an educational program for children and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Founded on the belief that children diagnosed with ASD can live full and productive lives as integrated members of their communities, The Keswell School provides educational, therapeutic, and supportive services for children diagnosed with ASD and their families. Steve’s son, John Henry, is a student of the school. 

Click here for tickets, VIP packages, and more details: https://citywinery.com/newyork/Online/article/NYC-Steve-Earle-Town-Hall. VIP package on sale at citywinery.com.

Wednesday, November 3 at 3 PM EST: General admission pre-sale begins for Town Hall and City Winery members.

Friday, November 5 at 3 PM EST: General admission tickets on sale to the public ($75-$150)  https://thetownhall.org/

“Coal Country”, the play written by Jessica Blank and Erik Jensen with original music by Steve, is now available in the Audible Theatre’s virtual library. Dig deep into the lives and loss of the most deadly mining disaster in recent U.S. history. 

 https://www.audible.com/pd/Coal-Country-Audiobook/B09HJBXD61 

Steve is excited to join fellow musicians Emmylou Harris, Amy Helm, Gaby Moreno, Thao, and Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams this fall on #TheLanternTour, a series of concerts for migrant and refugee families. Tickets are on sale now, with proceeds going to the Women’s Refugee Commission. Join Steve as he stands with refugee women and girls globally. For details and link to tickets: https://www.thelanterntour.org/