Dwight Yoakam

Dwight Yoakam, a renowned artist in the music industry, has achieved remarkable success throughout his career. With over 25 million albums sold worldwide, he stands as a 21-time nominated, multiple GRAMMY Award winner. Boasting 12 gold albums and 9 platinum or multi-platinum albums, Dwight Yoakam’s influence extends far and wide, reflected in five albums reaching the pinnacle of Billboard’s Country Albums chart and another 14 securing positions in the Top 10. His impressive track record includes nearly 40 singles charting on Billboard, with 14 of them soaring to the Top 10. The summer of 2018 marked a significant milestone for Yoakam as he embarked on the LSD Tour alongside Lucinda Williams and Steve Earle, supported by LA rock artist King Leg. This tour brought together three iconic voices in a monumental cross-country musical journey. Adding to his diverse portfolio, Yoakam introduced his curated SiriusXM channel, ‘Dwight Yoakam and The Bakersfield Beat: Where Country Went Mod,’ setting the stage for a unique musical experience. In 2016, he unveiled his bluegrass album ‘Swimmin’ Pools, Movie Stars…’ under Sugar Hill Records, produced by the acclaimed Gary Paczosa, Jon Randall, and Yoakam himself. This album showcases reimagined favorites from his repertoire and a captivating cover of Prince’s ‘Purple Rain.’ Beyond music, Dwight Yoakam shines as a versatile actor with appearances in over 40 feature films, including standout roles in ‘Sling Blade’ and ‘Panic Room.’ His television endeavors include a recurring role in David E. Kelley’s Amazon series, ‘Goliath.’ Notably, Yoakam captivated audiences in Steven Soderbergh’s film ‘Logan Lucky’ alongside Channing Tatum and Daniel Craig, further solidifying his multifaceted talent and enduring appeal.

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