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Stephen Wilson Jr. is coming to Texas, and 101.5 KNUE has your chance to win free tickets! Wilson will bring his genre-blending country and rock sound to The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving on October 1, with The Lone Bellow opening. Enter now for your chance to see the show for free.

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Who Is Stephen Wilson Jr.?

Stephen Wilson Jr. is an American country and rock singer, guitarist, and songwriter known for his genre-blending style dubbed “Death Cab for Country.”

He was raised in rural Indiana and trained as a Golden Gloves boxer, he worked as a scientist before pursuing music full-time. His breakthrough came with the 22-song debut album søn of dad, a tribute to his late father, hailed by critics as one of 2023’s best.

He has released notable singles like Gary and a cover of Stand By Me, earning a CMA New Artist nomination and an ACM Award.

His music blends country storytelling with indie-rock and grunge influences, and he has collaborated with artists such as Leigh Nash, Miranda Lambert, and Shaboozey.

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The 10 Best Stephen Wilson Jr. Songs Every New Fan Should Hear

Stephen Wilson Jr. first emerged onto many mainstream country fans' radars when he scored a CMA New Artist of the Year nomination in 2025, but there's more to this country newcomer than meets the eye.

He's written songs for artists such as Dierks Bentley and Lori McKenna and, at 46 years old, is quite a bit more seasoned than your typical fresh-faced country music upstart. Keep reading for Taste of Country's primer on Stephen Wilson Jr.'s music

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Country Artists Who Have Tried Acting

It's not uncommon for country artists to want to expand their entertainment footprint and for many that comes in the form of acting. While many singers has stepped out of their comfort zone to take on an acting role, there are some who were quite good at it.

In fact, there are a handful of country crooners whose names are just as respected in Hollywood as they are in Nashville.

Here's a list of country singers who have tried their hand at acting.

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