Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jason Aldean

Discover the career path of Jason Aldean, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Jason Aldean is a prominent American country music singer, signed with Broken Bow Records since 2005. He has released eleven albums and 40 singles. His notable works include the quadruple-platinum album 'My Kinda Party' (2010), the double-platinum 'Night Train' (2012), and platinum albums such as his self-titled debut (2005), 'Relentless' (2007), 'Wide Open' (2009), and 'Old Boots, New Dirt' (2014). Aldean has earned five Grammy Award nominations, including two for Best Country Album.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

2004: Support for Breast Cancer Awareness

Since 2004, Jason Aldean has supported raising awareness for breast cancer research after losing a close friend to the disease.

2015: Forbes Estimated Annual Income

In 2015, Forbes estimated Jason Aldean's annual income at $43.5 million.

2017: Seventh Highest-Earning Country Musician

In 2017, Jason Aldean was the seventh highest-earning country musician, making about $32.5 million, and was ranked 98 on Forbes' Celebrity 100 list.

2018: Opening of Nashville Restaurant

In 2018, Jason Aldean's Kitchen + Rooftop Bar opened its first location in Nashville.

September 9, 2019: "We Back" Release to Country Radio

On September 9, 2019, Jason Aldean's single "We Back" from the album '9' was released to country radio.

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November 22, 2019: Release of '9' Album

On November 22, 2019, Jason Aldean's ninth album, titled '9', was released. The album featured the single "We Back."

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2019: ACM Dick Clark Artist of the Decade Award

In 2019, Jason Aldean received the ACM Dick Clark Artist of the Decade Award, recognizing his consistent success over the past decade.

March 2020: "We Back" peaks on Country Airplay

In March 2020, the song "We Back" by Jason Aldean peaked at number 6 on the Country Airplay and number 1 on the Canadian Country chart.

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April 6, 2020: "Got What I Got" Release to Country Radio

On April 6, 2020, Jason Aldean's single "Got What I Got" from the album '9' was released to country radio.

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October 26, 2020: "Blame It on You" Release

On October 26, 2020, Jason Aldean released "Blame It on You" as the third and final single from his album '9'.

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July 23, 2021: Release of "If I Didn't Love You"

On July 23, 2021, Jason Aldean released the single "If I Didn't Love You", featuring Carrie Underwood, as the leadoff single to his double album project titled Macon, Georgia.

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November 12, 2021: Release of 'Macon'

On November 12, 2021, Jason Aldean released the first half of his double album project, 'Macon'.

January 14, 2022: "Trouble with a Heartbreak" Release

On January 14, 2022, Jason Aldean released "Trouble with a Heartbreak" as the second single from his album 'Macon, Georgia'.

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March 25, 2022: Release of "Rolex® on a Redneck"

On March 25, 2022, Jason Aldean and Brantley Gilbert released the single "Rolex® on a Redneck".

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April 22, 2022: Release of 'Georgia'

On April 22, 2022, Jason Aldean released 'Georgia', the second half of his double album 'Macon, Georgia'.

July 18, 2022: "That's What Tequila Does" Release to Country Radio

On July 18, 2022, Jason Aldean released "That's What Tequila Does" to country radio as the third and final single off Macon, Georgia.

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November 2022: Release of "Christmas in Dixie" Cover

In November 2022, Jason Aldean released his version of Alabama's "Christmas in Dixie".

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May 19, 2023: Release of "Try That in a Small Town"

On May 19, 2023, Jason Aldean released "Try That in a Small Town" as the lead single from his eleventh album, leading to controversy due to its music video.

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