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Jason Isbell of Green Hill, Alabama, played in the Drive-By Truckers before building a solo career with his band the 400 Unit. He recorded "Cover Me Up," and his albums Something More Than Free, The Nashville Sound and Weathervanes each won the Grammy for Best Americana Album, in 2016, 2018 and 2024.

Hometown
Green Hill, Alabama
Grammy Award
Best Americana Album (2016)

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