Stephen Wilson Jr. is an American country and rock singer, guitarist, and songwriter whose style blends grunge, indie rock, and Americana into what he calls “Death Cab for Country.” Raised in Seymour, Indiana, and once a Golden Gloves boxing finalist and research scientist, he transitioned to music full-time, writing for artists like Tim McGraw before his 2023 breakthrough double album søn of dad, a tribute to his late father. Hailed by critics and earning a CMA New Artist of the Year nomination, his work, including singles like Gary and covers such as Stand By Me, is lauded for its raw storytelling, blue-collar authenticity, and emotional depth.