History of Jamey Johnson in Timeline

Jamey Johnson is an American country music singer and songwriter known for his traditional country sound and songwriting. He has released several successful albums and is respected for his contributions to the genre, often writing songs that resonate with real-life experiences.

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July 14, 1975: Jamey Johnson Born

On July 14, 1975, Jamey Johnson, the American country music singer and songwriter, was born.

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1976: Reference to 'The Last Waltz'

In 2019, Jamey Johnson played alongside Don Was, Warren Haynes, Lukas Nelson, and Cyril Neville on The Last Waltz Tour, a live celebration of The Band's 1976 farewell show at the Winterland Ballroom.

2000: Move to Nashville

In 2000, Jamey Johnson moved to Nashville, Tennessee, to pursue a career in country music.

2005: Co-writing 'Honky Tonk Badonkadonk'

In 2005, Jamey Johnson co-wrote "Honky Tonk Badonkadonk" with Dallas Davidson and Randy Houser, which was released by Trace Adkins on the album Songs About Me.

2005: Signing with BNA Records

In 2005, Jamey Johnson signed a recording contract with BNA Records and released his first single "The Dollar".

March 2006: Release of 'The Dollar' Album

In March 2006, Jamey Johnson's debut album, "The Dollar", produced by Buddy Cannon, was released. The first single, also titled "The Dollar", reached No. 14 on Billboard Hot Country Songs.

2006: Co-wrote 'Give It Away' for George Strait

In 2006, George Strait reached No. 1 on the Country chart with the song "Give It Away", co-written by Jamey Johnson with Bill Anderson and Cannon. This marked Strait's 51st No. 1, setting a new record.

2006: Release of 'The Dollar' Album and Departure from BNA

In 2006, Jamey Johnson released his debut album, "The Dollar". However, later in 2006, he was dropped from BNA Records.

September 2007: Appearance on 'Nashville' TV Series

In September 2007, Jamey Johnson was part of the Fox TV television series "Nashville", which was cancelled after two episodes.

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2007: Co-writing success

In 2007, Trace Adkins charted with "Ladies Love Country Boys" and "I Got My Game On", co-written by Johnson, with "Ladies Love Country Boys" becoming Adkins' first No. 1 in 10 years. Also, in 2007, Joe Nichols reached Top 20 with "Another Side of You", also co-written by Johnson.

March 2008: Release of 'In Color'

In March 2008, Jamey Johnson released "In Color" as his first single for Mercury Nashville Records.

March 2008: Signing with Mercury Nashville Records

In March 2008, Jamey Johnson signed with Mercury Nashville Records.

June 2008: 'In Color' Enters Top 40

In June 2008, Jamey Johnson's single, "In Color", entered the Top 40 charts.

2008: Reference to prior album

In 2010, Johnson released a follow-up to his 2008 album, That Lonesome Song.

January 2009: 'In Color' Peaks at No. 9

In January 2009, Jamey Johnson's "In Color" peaked at No. 9 on the Country chart.

April 2009: 'That Lonesome Song' Certified Gold

By April 2009, Jamey Johnson's album "That Lonesome Song" was certified Gold by the RIAA.

July 13, 2009: Release of 'My Way to You' to radio

On July 13, 2009, Jamey Johnson's song "My Way to You" was released to radio.

July 2009: Release of 'My Way to You'

In July 2009, Jamey Johnson released his fifth single, "My Way to You".

September 2009: 'My Way to You' Peaks on Charts

In September 2009, Jamey Johnson's song "My Way to You" peaked at No. 52 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.

2009: Grammy and ACM Awards

In 2009, Jamey Johnson received three Grammy Award nominations for That Lonesome Song and "In Color", with "In Color" winning the Academy of Country Music's Song of the Year and the Country Music Association Awards.

2009: CMA Awards Nomination

In 2009, Jamey Johnson was nominated for the CMA Awards New Artist of the Year.

September 14, 2010: Release of 'The Guitar Song'

On September 14, 2010, Jamey Johnson released his album "The Guitar Song", which debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard Top Country Albums chart.

2010: Grammy Nominations for 'High Cost of Living'

In 2010, Jamey Johnson received two more Grammy Award nominations for "High Cost of Living".

2010: Release of 'The Guitar Song'

In 2010, Jamey Johnson released his album "The Guitar Song".

2010: Release of 'Playing the Part' Single and Music Video

In 2010, Jamey Johnson released the single "Playing the Part", and its music video was released in October, directed by and starring Matthew McConaughey.

2010: Academy of Country Music Nomination

In 2010, Jamey Johnson was nominated for the Academy of Country Music Top New Solo Vocalist.

July 2011: Country Throwdown Tour

From May to July 2011, Jamey Johnson was a main stage act on Willie Nelson's Country Throwdown.

September 25, 2012: 'Living for a Song' vinyl release

On September 25, 2012, Johnson released his fourth studio album titled Living for a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran on vinyl.

October 6, 2012: Release of 'Living for a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran'

On October 6, 2012, Jamey Johnson released his fourth studio album titled "Living for a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran", which was a tribute to songwriter Hank Cochran.

October 16, 2012: 'Living for a Song' album released on other formats

On October 16, 2012, Johnson released his fourth studio album titled Living for a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran in formats other than vinyl.

2012: Release of 'Living for a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran'

In 2012, Jamey Johnson released "Living for a Song: A Tribute to Hank Cochran".

November 2014: Release of 'The Christmas Song' EP

In November 2014, Jamey Johnson released a Christmas-themed EP, "The Christmas Song", on his own label, Big Gassed Records.

2014: Release of 'The Christmas Song' EP

In 2014, Jamey Johnson released a five-song Christmas EP titled "The Christmas Song".

January 2015: Release of 'Alabama Pines'

In January 2015, Jamey Johnson released "Alabama Pines" as a free download on his label, Big Gassed Records.

2017: Songwriting Difficulties Post-Concussion

In a 2017 interview, Jamey Johnson mentioned having more difficulty with songwriting after a concussion he sustained about seven years prior, due to slipping on ice.

2019: The Last Waltz Tour Performance

In 2019, Jamey Johnson performed alongside Don Was, Warren Haynes, Lukas Nelson, and Cyril Neville on The Last Waltz Tour, a live celebration of The Band's 1976 farewell show.

March 19, 2022: Invitation to Join Grand Ole Opry

On March 19, 2022, Bill Anderson invited Jamey Johnson to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry, and Johnson accepted.

May 14, 2022: Induction into Grand Ole Opry

On May 14, 2022, Jamey Johnson was officially inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.

December 15, 2023: Commencement Speech and Honorary Doctorate

On December 15, 2023, Jamey Johnson gave the commencement speech to the 2023 Fall graduating class of Jacksonville State University and received an honorary doctorate from the school. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey proclaimed December 15 Jamey Johnson Day.