On his Alone Again Tour, the great, penetrating alt-twang singer-songwriter is delivering a solo retrospective of his rich career. He might sample something from his tribute albums to Guy Clark, Jerry Jeff Walker or his son Justin Townes Earle, offer some social commentary (such as the topical gun-violence piece “The Devil’s Right Hand”) or take listeners down “Copperhead Road,” which is celebrating its 35th anniversary. Earle wears his heart and politics on his sleeve, and we’re all better for it. (STAR TRIBUNE)
Steve Earle
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