History of Alan Jackson in Timeline
Alan Eugene Jackson is an American country music singer-songwriter known for his neotraditional style and songwriting skills. With a career spanning numerous albums, including studio, Christmas, gospel, and greatest-hits compilations, Jackson has significantly impacted the country music scene.
1927: Birth of Joseph Eugene Jackson
Alan Jackson's father, Joseph Eugene "Daddy Gene" Jackson, was born in 1927.
1930: Birth of Ruth Musick Jackson
Alan Jackson's mother, Ruth Musick "Mama Ruth" Jackson, was born in 1930.
October 17, 1958: Birth of Alan Jackson
Alan Eugene Jackson was born on October 17, 1958. He would become known for his neotraditional country music style.
1968: 1968 Shelby GT 500 KR Convertible
Alan Jackson owns a 1968 Shelby GT 500 KR Convertible as part of his classic car collection.
1970: 1970 Chevelle SS 396
Alan Jackson's classic car collection includes a 1970 Chevelle SS 396.
December 15, 1979: Marriage to Denise Jackson
Alan Jackson married his high school sweetheart, Denise Jackson, on December 15, 1979.
1980: Release of "Who's Cheatin' Who" by Charly McClain
Charly McClain released the single "Who's Cheatin' Who" in 1980. Alan Jackson would later cover the song for his album, "Everything I Love."
1983: Alan Jackson Begins Writing Music
Alan Jackson began writing music in 1983.
1987: Release of "New Traditional"
In 1987, Alan Jackson released his pre-debut demo album titled "New Traditional" in Hendersonville, Tennessee.
1989: Release of "A House with No Curtains"
In 1989, Alan Jackson released "A House with No Curtains," his first single since 1989 to miss the top 10.
1989: Signing with Arista Nashville and Release of "Blue Blooded Woman"
In 1989, Alan Jackson signed with Arista Nashville and released his debut single, "Blue Blooded Woman".
June 19, 1990: Birth of Daughter Mattie
Alan and Denise Jackson's first daughter, Mattie Denise Selecman, was born on June 19, 1990.
1990: Release of "Here in the Real World" and Chart Success
By 1990, Alan Jackson had reached number three on the charts with "Here in the Real World," the title track from his debut studio album of the same name. The album included his first number one hit "I'd Love You All Over Again."
1991: Release of "Don't Rock the Jukebox"
Alan Jackson released his second album, "Don't Rock the Jukebox," in 1991, which featured four number-one singles: "Don't Rock the Jukebox," "Someday," "Dallas," and "Love's Got a Hold on You."
1991: Induction into the Grand Ole Opry
Roy Acuff and Randy Travis inducted Alan Jackson into the Grand Ole Opry.
August 23, 1993: Birth of Daughter Alexandra
Alan and Denise Jackson's second daughter, Alexandra Jane "Ali," was born on August 23, 1993.
1994: CMA Nominations
Alan Jackson received four CMA nominations, including one for Entertainer of the Year.
1994: Release of "Chattahoochee" and CMA Awards
In 1994, Alan Jackson released "Chattahoochee," which earned him the Country Music Association (CMA) awards for Single and Song of the Year. That same year, he switched from Ten Ten Management to Gary Overton.
June 5, 1995: Most Nominated Artist at TNN/Music City News Country Awards
Alan Jackson received six nominations at the 29th annual TNN/Music City News Country Awards on June 5, 1995, making him the most-nominated artist.
October 24, 1995: Release of "The Greatest Hits Collection"
Alan Jackson released "The Greatest Hits Collection" on October 24, 1995. The album included two new number one hits: "I'll Try" and "Tall, Tall Trees."
1995: Fruit of the Loom Comfort Tour
Alan Jackson headlined the Fruit of the Loom Comfort Tour, a 100-date tour that began in New Orleans.
1996: Release of "Everything I Love"
"Everything I Love" was released in 1996. The album's first single, "Little Bitty," became a number one hit.
1996: Appearance on "Home Improvement"
Alan Jackson appeared on an episode of the sitcom "Home Improvement" in 1996, performing "Mercury Blues."
August 28, 1997: Birth of Daughter Dani
Alan and Denise Jackson's third daughter, Dani Grace, was born on August 28, 1997.
1998: Release of "High Mileage"
Alan Jackson's album "High Mileage" was released in 1998.
1998: Separation and Reconciliation
Alan and Denise Jackson separated for several months in 1998 due to the pressures of his career and his infidelity, but they later reconciled.
1999: Release of "Under the Influence" and Support for George Jones
Alan Jackson released the cover album "Under the Influence" in 1999. At that year's CMA Awards, he interrupted his own performance to sing George Jones's song "Choices" in solidarity with Jones, who was boycotting the event.
2000: Release of "Murder on Music Row" and Performance at the ACMAs
Alan Jackson and George Strait released "Murder on Music Row" in 2000, a song critical of the pop influence on country music. They performed the song at that year's Academy of Country Music Awards.
2000: Death of Joseph Eugene Jackson
Alan Jackson's father, Joseph Eugene "Daddy Gene" Jackson passed away in 2000.
September 11, 2001: September 11 Attacks
On September 11, 2001, the United States experienced the deadliest terrorist attack in history. Alan Jackson would go on to write "Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)" in response to the event.
October 22, 2001: Induction into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame
Alan Jackson was inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in Atlanta on October 22, 2001.
2001: Induction into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame
In 2001, Alan Jackson was inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame.
October 22, 2002: Release of "Let It Be Christmas"
On October 22, 2002, Alan Jackson released his second Christmas album, "Let It Be Christmas."
2002: Release of "Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)" and "Drive"
After debuting the song at the 2001 CMA Awards, Alan Jackson officially released "Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)" as a tribute to the victims of the September 11 attacks. The song was featured on his 2002 album "Drive."
2002: Record-Breaking CMA Nominations
Alan Jackson received ten nominations for the 2002 CMAs, setting a record for the most nominations in a single year.
2003: Wins at the Academy of Country Music Awards
Alan Jackson won Album of the Year for "Drive" and Video of the Year for "Drive (For Daddy Gene)" at the 2003 Academy of Country Music Awards.
2003: Collaboration with Jeannie Kendall
In 2003, Alan Jackson collaborated with Jeannie Kendall on the song "Timeless and True Love," which was featured on her debut solo album.
2004: Renaming of Highway in Newnan
A five-mile stretch of Interstate 85 in Newnan, Georgia, was renamed "Alan Jackson Highway" in honor of the singer.
2004: NAPA Auto Parts-Sponsored Tour
Alan Jackson embarked on a U.S. tour sponsored by NAPA Auto Parts, with Martina McBride opening for some of the shows.
2006: Release of "Precious Memories"
Alan Jackson released his first gospel album, "Precious Memories," in 2006. The album, a tribute to his mother's love for religious music, became a commercial success.
November 19, 2007: Release of "Small Town Southern Man"
Alan Jackson released "Small Town Southern Man," the lead single from his album "Good Time," on November 19, 2007.
2007: "It's All About Him: Finding the Love of My Life" Publication
In 2007, Denise Jackson's book, "It's All About Him: Finding the Love of My Life," which detailed her life with Alan, their relationship, his infidelity, their reconciliation, and her faith, was published.
March 4, 2008: Release of "Good Time"
On March 4, 2008, Alan Jackson released his album "Good Time," marking a return to his country roots after the stylistic departure of his previous album.
May 2008: "The Road Home" Release
Denise Jackson released a gift book titled "The Road Home" in May 2008.
2008: George Jones' Surprise Appearance
George Jones made a surprise appearance at Alan Jackson's "CMT Giants" ceremony in 2008 and expressed gratitude for their friendship.
June 2009: Listing of Tennessee Estate
Alan Jackson put his 135-acre estate near Franklin, Tennessee, up for sale for $38 million in June 2009.
January 2010: Debut of "It's Just That Way"
"It's Just That Way," the first single from Alan Jackson's album "Freight Train," debuted at number 50 in January 2010.
March 30, 2010: Release of "Freight Train"
Alan Jackson released his sixteenth studio album, "Freight Train," on March 30, 2010.
May 2010: Release of "Hard Hat and a Hammer"
"Hard Hat and a Hammer" was released as the second single from Alan Jackson's album "Freight Train" in May 2010.
May 2010: Sale of Tennessee Estate
Alan Jackson's Tennessee property sold for $28 million in late May 2010, which was among the highest prices for a home sale in the Nashville area at the time.
June 2010: Purchase of Nashville Home
Alan Jackson and his wife purchased a home in the same Nashville suburb for $3.675 million in June 2010.
November 23, 2010: Release of "34 Number Ones"
Alan Jackson released "34 Number Ones," a greatest hits compilation featuring a cover of Johnny Cash's "Ring of Fire" and a duet with Zac Brown Band on "As She's Walking Away," on November 23, 2010.
2010: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Alan Jackson was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
January 20, 2011: Departure from Arista Nashville and New Deal with EMI Records Nashville
On January 20, 2011, Alan Jackson parted ways with Arista Nashville and subsequently announced a new deal with Capitol's EMI Records Nashville.
March 2011: Performance at CMC Rocks The Hunter Festival
Alan Jackson headlined the CMC Rocks The Hunter music festival in Australia in March 2011.
2012: Release of "Thirty Miles West"
Alan Jackson released the album "Thirty Miles West" in 2012, supported by a tour the following year.
March 26, 2013: Release of "Precious Memories Volume II"
Alan Jackson released his second gospel album, "Precious Memories Volume II," on March 26, 2013.
May 2, 2013: Performance at George Jones' Funeral
Alan Jackson sang "He Stopped Loving Her Today" at George Jones' funeral service at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville on May 2, 2013.
August 2014: Country Music Hall of Fame Exhibit
The Country Music Hall of Fame launched an exhibit in August 2014, celebrating Alan Jackson's 25 years in music.
2014: "A Million Ways to Die" for "A Million Ways to Die in the West"
In 2014, Alan Jackson co-wrote and recorded "A Million Ways to Die" for the film "A Million Ways to Die in the West."
January 8, 2015: Start of "Keepin' It Country" Tour
Alan Jackson kicked off his 25th-anniversary "Keepin' It Country" tour on January 8, 2015, in Estero, Florida.
2015: 25th Anniversary Keepin' It Country Tour
Alan Jackson launched his 25th Anniversary Keepin' It Country tour with Jon Pardi and Brandy Clark as special guests for most shows.
August 2016: Release of "Genuine: The Alan Jackson Story"
Legacy Recordings digitally released "Genuine: The Alan Jackson Story," a collection of 59 tracks including eight unreleased songs, in August 2016.
January 7, 2017: Death of Ruth Musick Jackson
Alan Jackson's mother, Ruth Musick "Mama Ruth" Jackson, passed away on January 7, 2017.
October 2017: Release of "The Older I Get"
Alan Jackson released "The Older I Get" in October 2017, a song intended for a future studio album.
2017: Induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame
Alan Jackson was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2017 by Loretta Lynn.
2018: Induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
A year after his induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame, Alan Jackson was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2018.
2021: Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease Announcement
During a 2021 appearance on "The Today Show," Alan Jackson revealed his diagnosis of Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease (CMT), discussing its increasing impact on his balance and mobility.
March 2022: "One More For The Road Tour" Announcement
In March 2022, Alan Jackson announced his farewell tour, titled "One More For The Road Tour."
December 2022: Becoming Grandparents
Alan and Denise Jackson became grandparents in December 2022 when their daughter Ali and her husband, Sam Bradshaw, had their first child, a son.
2022: The Strayhorns Band Members
As of 2022, Alan Jackson's band, the Strayhorns, consisted of a group of musicians who predominantly backed his studio album recordings.
