History of Jason Aldean in Timeline

Jason Aldean is a prominent American country music singer who has been signed to BBR Music Group since 2005. He has released eleven albums and 40 singles under the label. His album "My Kinda Party" (2010) achieved quadruple-platinum certification, and "Night Train" (2012) earned double-platinum status. Several other albums, including his self-titled debut, "Relentless," "Wide Open," and "Old Boots, New Dirt," have been certified platinum. Aldean has received five Grammy Award nominations, including two for Best Country Album, solidifying his impact on contemporary country music.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1927: Reference to 1927 Lynching

In 1927, the lynching of a Black man took place at the Maury County courthouse, the site where the music video for Aldean's "Try That in a Small Town" was filmed.

1946: Reference to Maury County Race Riot

In 1946, the Maury County race riot took place at the site where the music video for Aldean's "Try That in a Small Town" was filmed.

August 4, 2001: Marriage to Jessica Ann Ussery

On August 4, 2001, Jason Aldean married Jessica Ann Ussery.

2003: Birth of First Daughter

In 2003, Jason Aldean and Jessica Ann Ussery had their first daughter.

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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, and has raised close to $4 million for cancer research.

2007: Birth of Second Daughter

In 2007, Jason Aldean and Jessica Ann Ussery had their second daughter.

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September 30, 2012: Aldean admits to inappropriate behavior

On September 30, 2012, Jason Aldean admitted to having "acted inappropriately at a bar" with Brittany Kerr, responding to reports linking her and Aldean.

April 26, 2013: Filing for Divorce

On April 26, 2013, Jason Aldean filed for divorce from Jessica Ann Ussery, citing irreconcilable differences.

September 2014: Engagement Announcement

In September 2014, Jason Aldean and Brittany Kerr announced their engagement.

March 21, 2015: Marriage to Brittany Kerr

On March 21, 2015, Jason Aldean married Brittany Kerr.

2015: Forbes Estimated Annual Income

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

October 1, 2017: Route 91 Harvest Festival Shooting

On October 1, 2017, Jason Aldean was performing "When She Says Baby" at the Route 91 Harvest festival in Las Vegas when a mass shooting occurred. Aldean and his band escaped unharmed, but many concertgoers were killed or injured.

December 1, 2017: Birth of Son Memphis

On December 1, 2017, Jason Aldean and Brittany Kerr's son, Memphis, was born.

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2017: Performance at Trump Inauguration Concert

In 2017, Jason Aldean performed at a concert for the inauguration of President Donald Trump, describing it as an "honor" and a celebration of the presidency.

2017: Seventh Highest-Earning Country Musician

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

2018: Opening of Nashville Kitchen + Rooftop Bar

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

September 9, 2019: Release of "We Back"

On September 9, 2019, Jason Aldean released "We Back" to country radio as the first single from his album 9.

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November 22, 2019: Release of Album 9

On November 22, 2019, Jason Aldean's ninth album, titled 9, was released.

2019: ACM Dick Clark Artist of the Decade Award

In 2019, Jason Aldean became the sixth artist to receive the ACM Dick Clark Artist of the Decade Award, given to artists consistently on top of the charts for a decade.

2019: Birth of Daughter Navy

In early 2019, Jason Aldean and Brittany Kerr's daughter Navy was born.

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March 2020: "We Back" Peaks on Charts

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

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April 6, 2020: Release of "Got What I Got"

On April 6, 2020, Jason Aldean released "Got What I Got" to country radio as the second single from his album 9.

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

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

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2020: Reference to George Floyd Protests

In 2020, the George Floyd protests took place, imagery related to which were later invoked in the music video for Aldean's "Try That in a Small Town."

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 from his upcoming double album 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 titled Macon, Georgia, specifically the Macon portion.

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

On January 14, 2022, Jason Aldean released "Trouble with a Heartbreak" as the second single from the album Macon, and the leadoff single from 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 tenth studio album, Macon, Georgia.

July 18, 2022: Release of "That's What Tequila Does"

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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August 2022: Brittany Aldean's Instagram Post and Controversy

In August 2022, Brittany Aldean posted an Instagram video expressing her gratitude that her parents did not change her gender during her tomboy phase, followed by a longer post opposing sex changes for minors, sparking controversy.

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.

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August 24, 2023: Announcement of Highway Desperado Album

On August 24, 2023, Jason Aldean announced his eleventh album Highway Desperado.

November 3, 2023: Release of Highway Desperado Album

On November 3, 2023, Jason Aldean released his eleventh album Highway Desperado.

November 27, 2023: Release of "Let Your Boys Be Country" as a single

On November 27, 2023, "Let Your Boys Be Country" was released as the second single from Jason Aldean's album Highway Desperado.

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2023: Opening of Gatlinburg Kitchen + Rooftop Bar Location

In 2023, Jason Aldean's Kitchen + Rooftop Bar opened a second location in Gatlinburg.

2023: Political Controversy Surrounding "Try That in a Small Town"

In 2023, the release of Jason Aldean's song "Try That in a Small Town" attracted significant political controversy, with critics interpreting the song as having political undertones, while he defended it as being about community and safety.

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