🎸 Shooter Jennings
Shooter Jennings – The Outlaw Heir of Country Rock
Shooter Jennings, born Waylon Albright Jennings, is a genre-bending artist who blends outlaw country with rock, psychedelia, and electronic influences. As the son of country legends Waylon Jennings and Jessi Colter, Shooter has carved his own rebellious path in modern Americana, earning respect as a singer, songwriter, and Grammy-winning producer.
🌟 About Shooter Jennings
Born May 19, 1979, in Nashville, Tennessee, Shooter grew up on tour buses and backstage with country’s elite. He started playing drums at 5, switched to guitar in his teens, and formed the rock band Stargunn in the late '90s before launching his solo career in 2005 with the album Put the “O” Back in Country.
Today, he’s known for his genre-defying sound, his Sirius XM radio show Electric Rodeo, and his production work for artists like Brandi Carlile and Tanya Tucker.
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🎶 Genres & Style
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Outlaw Country
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Southern Rock
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Country Rock
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Psychedelic Americana
Shooter’s music is gritty and fearless—honoring tradition while embracing experimental edge. His lyrics dive deep into love, rebellion, and the human condition, all wrapped in cinematic soundscapes.
🏆 Notable Achievements
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🏆 Grammy Award Winner – Producer on:
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By the Way, I Forgive You by Brandi Carlile (Best Americana Album, 2019)
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While I’m Livin’ by Tanya Tucker (Best Country Album, 2020)
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🎙️ Host of Electric Rodeo on siriusxm.com
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🎬 Portrayed his father in Walk the Line (2005) – see more on imdb.com
Check out his discography on allmusic.com
🎧 Hit Songs
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“4th of July” – A patriotic country-rock anthem featuring George Jones
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“Outlaw You” – A defiant shot at commercialized country
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“The Deed and the Dollar” – A heartfelt blend of love and southern soul
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“Walk of Life” – His take on the Dire Straits classic
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“Steady at the Wheel” – A driving track showcasing his rock ‘n’ roll heart
🎥 Watch & Listen
📺 YouTube
Watch videos on youtube.com
🎧 Spotify
Stream Shooter Jennings on spotify.com
💡 Booking Appeal
Shooter Jennings brings raw country grit and alternative flair to every show. His setlist can drift from hard-hitting outlaw rock to tender, twangy ballads—and fans love him for it.
Perfect for:
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🎤 Americana, Folk & Country Festivals
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🎶 Indie & Rock Venues
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🎉 Private Events & Celebrations
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🎬 Music in Film & Cultural Programming
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🎧 Cross-genre Showcases
🎤 Quote to Remember
“I’m not trying to be my dad. I’m trying to be me.” – Shooter Jennings
✨ Book Shooter Jennings for a boundary-pushing night of soul, storytelling, and Southern swagger.