Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Josh Turner
How Josh Turner built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Joshua Otis Turner, an American country singer-songwriter, gained prominence after signing with MCA Nashville Records in 2003. His debut album featured the hit "Long Black Train." Turner achieved further success with his second album, "Your Man" (2006), which included chart-topping singles such as "Your Man" and "Would You Go with Me." Subsequent albums, like "Everything Is Fine" (2007) and "Haywire" (2010), produced popular songs like "Firecracker" and the number one hit "Why Don't We Just Dance". His 2012 single, "Time Is Love", was recognized as Billboard's biggest country hit of that year.
December 21, 2001: Grand Ole Opry Debut
On December 21, 2001, Josh Turner debuted on the Grand Ole Opry and performed his song "Long Black Train", receiving a standing ovation and performing an encore.
2003: Release of "Long Black Train" Album
In 2003, Josh Turner released his debut album, also entitled "Long Black Train". Prior to that, he had released 7" vinyl singles of "She'll Go on You" and "Long Black Train".
2003: Signing with MCA Nashville Records
In 2003, Josh Turner signed with MCA Nashville Records and released his debut album, with the title track "Long Black Train" becoming his breakthrough single.
December 2006: Grammy Nominations and Album Work
In December 2006, Josh Turner received Grammy nominations for Best Male Country Vocal Performance and Best Country Album, and was shown working on an album aiming for an 18th-19th century sound.
2006: Release of "Your Man" Album
In 2006, Josh Turner's album "Your Man" was released, featuring the hit songs "Your Man" and "Would You Go with Me", both reaching No. 1.
September 29, 2007: Invitation to Join the Grand Ole Opry
On September 29, 2007, Josh Turner was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry while giving an award to Roy Clark.
October 27, 2007: Induction into the Grand Ole Opry
On October 27, 2007, Josh Turner was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry by Vince Gill, becoming one of the youngest members along with Carrie Underwood.
October 30, 2007: Release of "Everything Is Fine" Album
On October 30, 2007, Josh Turner's third studio album, "Everything Is Fine", was released. The lead-off single, "Firecracker", became a Top Ten hit.
2007: Release of "Everything Is Fine"
In 2007, Josh Turner released the album "Everything Is Fine", which included the hit song "Firecracker", reaching No. 2.
2007: Co-writing "Say Yes"
In 2007, Josh Turner, along with Brett James and Don Schlitz, co-wrote the song "Say Yes", which was recorded and released by Dusty Drake and became a minor Top 40 country hit.
2008: Portrayal of George Beverly Shea in "Billy: The Early Years"
In 2008, Josh Turner played the role of George Beverly Shea in the film "Billy: The Early Years", a movie about the evangelist Billy Graham.
September 5, 2009: "Why Don't We Just Dance" Chart Debut
For the week of September 5, 2009, "Why Don't We Just Dance" debuted at No. 57 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
February 9, 2010: Release of "Haywire" Album
On February 9, 2010, Josh Turner released his album "Haywire", along with a deluxe version.
February 2010: "Why Don't We Just Dance" Reaches Number One
In February 2010, "Why Don't We Just Dance" became Josh Turner's third Number One hit, spending four consecutive weeks at the top.
April 2010: Release of "All Over Me"
In April 2010, Josh Turner released "All Over Me" as the second single from the album "Haywire", and it became his fourth Number One hit.
September 27, 2010: Shooting Video for "I Wouldn't Be a Man"
On September 27, 2010, Josh Turner shot the video for "I Wouldn't Be a Man" in Nashville. The song was the third single from Haywire.
2010: Release of "Haywire"
In 2010, Josh Turner released the album "Haywire", featuring the No. 1 hits "Why Don't We Just Dance" and "All Over Me".
June 12, 2012: Release of "Punching Bag" Album
On June 12, 2012, Josh Turner's fifth studio album, "Punching Bag", was released via MCA Nashville, preceded by the single "Time Is Love".
October 15, 2012: Release of "Find Me a Baby"
On October 15, 2012, Josh Turner's single "Find Me a Baby" was released to country radio, but it failed to make the top 40 on the country charts.
2012: Release of "Punching Bag"
In 2012, Josh Turner released the album "Punching Bag", featuring the lead-off single "Time Is Love", which became the biggest country hit of the year according to Billboard Year-End.
November 5, 2016: Announcement of New Album
At his show in Reading, Pennsylvania, on November 5, 2016, Josh Turner announced that his new album would be released sometime in March 2017.
March 10, 2017: Release of "Deep South" Album
On March 10, 2017, the album, "Deep South", was released, preceded by two sneak preview songs, "Deep South" and "Where the Girls Are" released on February 23, 2017. The Album scored Turner his third No. 1 album on the US Top Country Album's Chart upon its release.
October 26, 2018: Release of "I Serve a Savior"
On October 26, 2018, Josh Turner released his seventh studio album titled "I Serve a Savior", consisting of gospel standards and original songs.
2020: Release of "Country State of Mind"
In 2020, Josh Turner released "Country State of Mind", which is his eighth studio album of cover songs.
2021: Release of "King Size Manger"
In 2021, Josh Turner released "King Size Manger", his ninth studio album and first album of Christmas music.
April 2024: Extended Record Deal and New Single
In April 2024, Josh Turner extended his record deal with MCA Nashville and released "Heatin' Things Up" as his new single.
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