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Sturgill Simpson
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Sturgill Simpson is a country singer from Jackson, Kentucky, who served in the Navy before making his name in music. His album A Sailor's Guide to Earth won a Grammy Award in 2017 and was also nominated for Album of the Year.

Born
June 8, 1978
Hometown
Jackson, Kentucky
Grammy Award
A Sailor's Guide to Earth (2017)

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