Justin Wells is an American country and rock musician, guitarist, singer, and songwriter who has built his career around storytelling and powerful musical performances.
In 2016, Justin Wells released his debut solo album Dawn in the Distance, which features his own interpretation of the Dire Straits classic “So Far Away.”
His cover of “So Far Away” brings a fresh country-rock approach to the song originally written by Mark Knopfler. The track shows how the music of Dire Straits continues to inspire musicians from different genres and generations.
Justin Wells’ Musical Journey
Before starting his solo career, Justin Wells was the guitarist and vocalist of the Lexington, Kentucky-based country and rock band Fifth on the Floor.
He formed Fifth on the Floor in 2005 after moving to Lexington, Kentucky. However, Justin’s passion for music started much earlier. During his high school years, he began writing songs and performing, developing the skills that would later shape his career as a musician.
Over the years, Justin became known for combining elements of country, rock, and Americana music. His songwriting style focuses on personal stories and emotional performances.
“So Far Away” Cover from Dawn in the Distance Album
On August 5, 2016, Justin Wells released his debut solo album Dawn in the Distance. The album was produced by Duane Lundy and featured contributions connected with artists such as Ringo Starr, Sturgill Simpson’s Sunday Valley, Joe Pug, and Vandaveer.
Among the songs on the album is “So Far Away,” originally written by Mark Knopfler and released by Dire Straits on the album Brothers in Arms in 1985.
The music video below was directed by Jon Scott and filmed in Richmond, Kentucky, USA. The video features beautiful cinematography that perfectly matches the atmosphere of the song.
Justin Wells’ powerful vocal performance adds a unique emotional touch, allowing listeners to experience a different interpretation of this Dire Straits classic. Watch the video below and enjoy Justin Wells’ country-rock version of “So Far Away.”
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