The Songwriter | The Life Behind the Lyric

Justin Wells: From Louisiana Punk Kid to Kentucky Songwriter | Marriage, Touring & Fifth on Floor


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Louisiana-born, Kentucky-raised songwriter Justin Wells opens up about his transformation from punk rock outcast to acclaimed country artist - and why his latest album is a collection of love songs.IN THIS EPISODE:✅ Growing up as the punk rock outsider in rural Kentucky✅ How Sunday Valley's electric bluegrass changed everything✅ Pandemic life - being home with his wife for the first time in years✅ Writing "Queen of Queens" - the ultimate love song challenge✅ Fifth on the Floor wild days before smartphones documented everything✅ Why he broke up the band just before Kentucky music exploded✅ "The Emperor Has No Clothes" - 13-year journey from writing to recording✅ Political messages vs. showing love by example✅ EXCLUSIVE acoustic performance of "Queen of Queens"Justin reflects on marriage, authenticity, and creating music that connects hearts rather than divides - proving that the best country music comes from genuine human struggle and love.RELATED ARTISTS: Sunday Valley, Tyler Childers, Sturgill Simpson, American Aquarium, Jason Isbell#JustinWells #KentuckyMusic #FifthOnTheFloor #QueenOfQueens #CountryMusic #PunkRockInfluence #MarriageInMusic #AuthenticSongwriting #LouisianaToKentucky🔔 SUBSCRIBE for deep conversations with artists who refuse to fake it👍 LIKE if Justin's journey from outcast to acclaimed songwriter resonated💬 COMMENT your thoughts on punk rock influence in country music

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