Songwriter Billy Yates Reflects on Ken Mellons for Still The Jukebox Junkie

Filming continued for the upcoming docudrama Still The Jukebox Junkie with an interview featuring hit Songwriter Billy Yates.

During the session, Yates shared his thoughts on knowing and working with 90s country music star Ken Mellons, offering insight from his long career in the country music industry. As a respected songwriter and performer, Yates brings a valuable perspective on the era of traditional country music that helped shape artists like Mellons.

Yates is well known as the writer behind songs such as “I Don’t Need Your Rocking Chair” and “Choices,” both recorded by the legendary George Jones. His experience working with some of the biggest names in country music gives him a unique viewpoint on the craft of songwriting and the voices that bring those songs to life.

His interview adds another important voice to Still The Jukebox Junkie, the upcoming film that follows the life and career of Ken Mellons and explores the music, relationships, and stories behind one of the most recognizable voices of 90s country.

Still The Jukebox Junkie is written, directed and produced by Corey Frizzell

Director Corey Frizzell & Hit Songwriter Billy Yates

Hit Singer/Songwriter Billy Yates on set of Still The Jukebox Junkie