WD Miller: Punk Roots, John Prine Tribute, and a Kentucky Songwriter Retreat

From Miami’s punk and metal scene to Kentucky folk and Americana, WD Miller shares how he writes, tours, and builds. He explains writing “Dear John” the day John Prine died, finishing “Hard Times Like These,” juggling road work with Justin Wells and The Josephine’s, and why he’s hand‑building a secluded studio and songwriter retreat near Somerset, KY. We also dig into his upcoming album, “Child of the Kindly South,” and its redemption theme.

Highlights:

• Punk‑to‑folk journey and early band Los Bastardos Magnificos
• Busking during CMA weekend, 3rd & Lindsley show
• Craft behind “Dear John” and co‑writing “Hard Times Like These”
• Side‑player vs front‑person, honest feedback, and community
• Building a forest studio for writing, demos, and retreats
• New album: themes, vibe, and why some songs didn’t make the cut

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