Beloved Country Singer Justin Townes dies. Yes, folks that is unfortunately true. Everyone was shocked and sad when they heard this announcement on Instagram. Justin Townes was only 38 very early for someone to leave this world. Cause of his death is still not known. The tragedy was made known to friends and family on Sunday Night. Earle was the son of Famous songwriter and singer Steve Earle. And he followed in his father’s footsteps while leaving his own mark. He was named after the legendary Singer Townes Van Zandt. The singer was a friend of his father.
All About Justin
Earle had humble beginning, he grew up with his mother and lived in a less Wealthy part of Nashville. Earle hadn’t formed a closer relationship with his father until Adulthood. ‘Yuma’ was Earle’s first EP and released in the year 2007. After this Earle climbed the ladder of success, he got signed by Bloodshot. And then he released his full length debut ‘The Good Life’. Earle received the award for New and emerging Artist from ‘American Music Association’ in 2009. Earle was determined to be a success in the music industry from the time he was 15 years old. And he made his dream come true.
Earle had released several albums which are a perfect blend of country, folk and Americana. His style of writing was different from the traditional country and brought an alternative streak to traditional.
His latest album ‘The saint of Lost Causes’ had released in 2019. In an interview the previous year Earle had said his daughter had made him realize he should write more about socially conscious issues.
It is a shock to the system to hear Justin Townes dies. Also it makes you realize how short life is and you should live it fully. From the time Earle was 14 he had struggled with addiction. He was in and out of the rehab for a long time. Then one day, Earle opens a new chapter in his life. His website referred to it as ‘Newfound Sobriety’. Around the release of his Album ‘Single Mothers’ Earle got sober. Ironically at that time when he was 32 he talks about how ‘Uncool it is to die after 30’. And here we are 6 years later shocked to hear ‘38-year-old Justin Towne dies’.
Here’s the Instagram Post sharing the unfortunate news:
“It is with tremendous sadness that we inform you of the passing of our son, husband, father and friend Justin,” read the statement on Facebook and Instagram. “So many of you have relied on his music and lyrics over the years and we hope that his music will continue to guide you on your journeys.
You will be missed dearly Justin.”
Earle may no longer be with us, but he will always be remembered for his beautiful songs.
