Steve Earle is one of the most recognized names in the American music industry. With over three decades of experience in music, he is today the leading musician of the country and a protégé of legendary songwriters Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark. He popularized the genre of folk and country music and kick-started the neo-traditionalist movement in country music. What is interesting to note is that Steve Earle never completely conformed to the rules of country or rock music and instead derived a music that broke through the mainstream of both the genres. Remarkably, he successfully derived a cult following from both country and rock music fans. Earle’s music career kick started in 1982, as a songwriter in Nashville. During this time, he released his first EP. His first debut album released was ‘Guitar Town’ in 1986. Though drugs and personal problems derailed his career for some time, he bounced back with a revived energy and enthusiasm. Till date, he has fourteen studio albums to his credit, fourteen Grammy nominations and three Grammy awards. His songs have been recorded by the likes of Travis Tritt, Vince Gill, Shawn Colvin and Emmylou Harris. Other than music, he has appeared in films and television, written a novel, a play, and a book of short stories.