Luke Grimes, known for his role as a Dutton in the popular series Yellowstone, recently made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live to talk about his music career. The talk show host welcomed Grimes and introduced him as a country music artist, highlighting his debut EP titled “Pain Pills or Pews.” Grimes expressed his excitement about his music and thanked Kimmel for having him on the show.
Grimes had mentioned during his previous appearance on the show that he was working on some music, and now it seems that the album he was referring to is finally out. Kimmel clarified the title of the EP, making it clear that it is either “Pain Pills or Pews.” Grimes shared a humorous moment, mentioning that some people thought “pews” referred to the sound of a laser gun in Star Wars.
Kimmel also raised the question of whether being a successful actor added more pressure to Grimes when pursuing his music career. Grimes admitted that he was afraid people might question his decision or view it as a midlife crisis. However, he decided to take the risk and pursue his passion for music, mentioning that he had been playing since childhood.
The conversation then shifted to Grimes’ experience performing in front of big crowds. Kimmel showed a photograph from a festival in Montana where Grimes had performed, and the actor-musician described the energetic atmosphere and likened it to being electrocuted. Grimes also shared his excitement about performing at Stagecoach, where renowned artists like Willie Nelson will be present.
Kimmel inquired about Grimes’ connection to Willie Nelson, to which he replied that he hadn’t met him yet but was a big fan. Grimes was excited about going on tour, especially performing in his home state of Ohio. However, he jokingly mentioned that since Ohio had recently legalized weed, he was unsure if it would make him more or less comfortable playing in front of people.
The interview took a lighthearted turn when the topic of family and friends attending the shows came up. Grimes revealed that he had been receiving numerous ticket requests and messages from long-lost relatives and acquaintances. He even joked about the awkwardness that might arise during the reunion and emphasized that he hoped they wouldn’t make things uncomfortable.
Towards the end of the interview, Kimmel brought up an interesting fact about Blake Shelton having a pet raccoon as a teenager. Grimes admitted that he didn’t have anything quite as cool but shared a nostalgic photograph of himself as a 14-year-old. The conversation ended with Kimmel teasing Grimes’ upcoming performance of a song called “Burn,” which he had written himself.
In conclusion, Luke Grimes showcased his enthusiasm for his music career on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The interview shed light on his journey as a musician and his determination to pursue his passion despite any potential judgment. With his debut EP now available, fans can look forward to seeing Grimes embrace his musical side and enjoy the unique blend of acting and music he brings to the entertainment world.
