Justin Hiltner is an IBMA award-nominated banjo player and music writer based in Nashville, TN who was recently featured on the Peabody Award-winning podcast, 'Dolly Parton’s America.' His debut record, 'Watch It Burn,' made with longtime co-writer and collaborator Jon Weisberger, was released in August 2018; his debut solo album will be released in 2021. Hiltner is also Associate Editor and Digital Brand Director for The Bluegrass Situation, the world’s largest online community for roots music – where he co-founded and produces Shout & Shine, a showcase and editorial series celebrating representation in bluegrass and roots music – and currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for Bluegrass Pride.