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Alan Jackson
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Alan Jackson (b. October 17, 1958) is an American country singer-songwriter who has sold over 50 million records. He was influenced by the new traditional country of the 1980s, and he was one of the most popular country singers of the 1990s, blending both honky tonk and mainstream country sounds and penning many of his own hits. His success continued into the 2000s and his music became increasingly counterposed with that of more mainstream country acts that were moving toward a more pop music sound. He is the recipient and nominee of multiple awards. He was inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in 2001.
Jackson was born to Eugene Jackson and Ruth Musick in Newnan, Georgia and has four older sisters. As a youth, Jackson primarily listened to gospel music, and otherwise was not a major music fan. However, a friend of his introduced him to the music of Gene Watson, John Anderson and Hank Williams Jr. Jackson started a band after high school. After a time, he and his wife of six years, Denise, moved from Newnan to Nashville hoping to pursue music full-time.
In Tennessee, Jackson got a job in The Nashville Network’s mailroom. Denise got him connected to Glen Campbell, who helped him jumpstart his career. Jackson eventually signed with Arista.
His first album, 1989’s Here in the Real World, was a major hit, as was his second (1991) album, Don’t Rock the Jukebox. His 1992 album, A Lot About Livin’ (And a Little ‘Bout Love) was a success, spawning five major singles. Also in 1992, Randy Travis charted three singles co-written by Jackson: “Forever Together”, “Better Class of Losers”, and “I’d Surrender All”. Conversely, Travis co-wrote Jackson’s single “She’s Got the Rhythm (And I Got the Blues)”.
Jackson was born to Eugene Jackson and Ruth Musick in Newnan, Georgia and has four older sisters. As a youth, Jackson primarily listened to gospel music, and otherwise was not a major music fan. However, a friend of his introduced him to the music of Gene Watson, John Anderson and Hank Williams Jr. Jackson started a band after high school. After a time, he and his wife of six years, Denise, moved from Newnan to Nashville hoping to pursue music full-time.
In Tennessee, Jackson got a job in The Nashville Network’s mailroom. Denise got him connected to Glen Campbell, who helped him jumpstart his career. Jackson eventually signed with Arista.
His first album, 1989’s Here in the Real World, was a major hit, as was his second (1991) album, Don’t Rock the Jukebox. His 1992 album, A Lot About Livin’ (And a Little ‘Bout Love) was a success, spawning five major singles. Also in 1992, Randy Travis charted three singles co-written by Jackson: “Forever Together”, “Better Class of Losers”, and “I’d Surrender All”. Conversely, Travis co-wrote Jackson’s single “She’s Got the Rhythm (And I Got the Blues)”.
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Alan Jackson: "If Jesus Walked The World Today"
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Alan Jackson - Long Long Way
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Alan Jackson - The Fireflys Song
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Alan Jackson - In The Garden
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Remember When
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Little Bitty
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Drive (For Daddy Gene)
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Chattahoochee
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Gone Country
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Good Time
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Small Town Southern Man
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Just Put a Ribbon in Your Hair
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Don't Rock the Jukebox
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Where I Come From
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Summertime Blues
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Livin' On Love
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Latest_Updates wrote:
Download Alan Jackson... http://adjix.com/mgd
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Marchup wrote:
Remember when..... I like it......
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Tsteele01 wrote:
If you're looking for a new country band, check out Tommy Steele: Steele Canyon Band ! Tommy just recorded at Rivergate Studios where he worked alongside Chris Henderson of 3 Doors Down and Bobby Caps of .38 Special. Also joining Tommy during the recording session was talent such as Banner Thomas of Molly Hatchett and Steve Wheeler of Danny Joe Brown. The CD is set to be released in March of 2009 and is bound to be a hit! To listen to Tommy’s current album, “Love Country Music” which includes the hit single and music video “Hillbilly Girls,” check out: Tommy Steele: Steele Canyon Band !
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CountryGal1 wrote:
A legend!!
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lissawork wrote:
One more thing!! Where in the heck is "It Must Be Love" on his top tracks!!!??????
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lissawork wrote:
I saw Alan Jackson at Jim N Nick's in Nashville picking up a to-go order. I swear I almost passed out. He gave me an autograph! Country legend.
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lissawork wrote:
The song "Remember When" makes me cry BIG FAT baby tears every. time. I. hear. it.
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Tsteele01 wrote:
If you love country, check out our music. We just recorded an album at Rivergate Studios in Nashville so check back soon for new music. We'd appreciate it! http://www.last.fm/music/Tommy+Steele%3A++Steele+Canyon+Band Love Country Music, Tommy Steele
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Henryjete wrote:
weiter so
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agapelove66 wrote:
hey i love your song with jimmy buffett
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tinker6toes wrote:
Remember When? I am the same age as Alan. Country is still country, whether it be music or life. Great Music Alan, keep it pure.
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Bardhlul wrote:
nifty nifty look who's fifty ... and who's sold over 50 million albums in his career
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Turd_Fergusson wrote:
Alan Jackson is the best!
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westernranch wrote:
Hi Alan, This is Western Ranch Music Record Label & Publishing. "Esther Casteel" Author, Composer and WRM Record Label Owner 1940's to late 80's and pioneer of C&W Retro, Blues and Rockabilly songs, has passed away at age 95 in Dec. of 2006, at a Bakersfield, Ca., hospital. You may remember our WRM label from Thornton, Ca. (Pic to the left). WRM wants you to know that we are still alive as a Record Label and Publisher after 56 years! I have songs that I know you will love and hope you will sing for us some day. Here they are: "All I Do Is Cry" and "You'll Never Cry Again' on 'last.fm' under Artist "Lee Felts" 1968. Also 'Cryin' Blues(No.2)' 'Little Blind Boy' 'They Call Him A Bum' 'Doll Upon The Shelf' 'Forbidden Kisses' 'The Clouds Are Raining Teardrops' 'Another Love' and 'The Picture' from 1967-69. Under Artist Ked Killen here on Last .fm. Love to hear with your style and sound! Label History: http://www.myspace.com/westernranchmuisc ; E-mail; westernranchmusic@gmail.com
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martadelgado wrote:
oh i like his music !!!
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KILLUCAN wrote:
Alan is the best I could listen to this gent all day/night. ~~~~~~: ) Thumbs up to you Alan Jackson your fantastic!!!!We love ya!!
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rescav wrote:
Good Times è veramente un bel disco,piacevole da ascoltare
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MiR-aNd-DuHHH wrote:
I absolutely love alan jackson. hes songs are great!
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tzvi7777 wrote:
Maybe the other 5 Jacksons earned more money and are very POPular in the world, but difference is that THIS JACKSON is REALLY GOOD!!!!
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bsam wrote:
Music Genius...
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