Ruston Kelly has quietly established himself as one of the most compelling voices in American roots music, blending candid self-examination with a punk-rock irreverence that defies easy categorization. Dirt Emo Vol. II, released in 2025 on Rounder Records, continues the South Carolina-born singer-songwriter's exploration of the raw emotional territory first charted on its predecessor — weaving folk and country sensibilities into something deeply personal and unguarded.

This follow-up EP delivers the same lyrical depth that has earned Kelly a devoted following, shifting seamlessly between candid confession and poetic nuance in a way that feels both intimate and cathartic. For fans of artists who refuse to sand down the rough edges of their storytelling, Dirt Emo Vol. II is a worthy addition to any collection.

• Format: Vinyl
• Label: Rounder Records
• Genre: Folk, World, & Country
• Release Date: 05/30/2025
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TRACKS

1. Flavor Of The Weak
2. Sand In My Boots
3. Complicated
4. Only One
5. Slide