History of Luke Combs in Timeline
Luke Combs is an American country singer and songwriter. Originally from North Carolina, his passion for music started in his childhood. He took the leap to pursue music professionally by dropping out of college and relocating to Nashville. 2014 marked the year he released his first EP, "The Way She Rides."
1988: Release of Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car"
Tracy Chapman released the original version of "Fast Car" in 1988. Luke Combs would later cover this song, with his version achieving significant success, surpassing the chart performance of Chapman's original. Combs has cited "Fast Car" as a significant song from his childhood.
March 2, 1990: Birth of Luke Combs
On March 2, 1990, Luke Albert Combs was born.
February 2014: Release of Debut EP "The Way She Rides"
Luke Combs released his debut EP, "The Way She Rides," in February 2014, marking his entrance into the music scene.
2014: Musical Beginnings in Nashville
In 2014, Luke Combs moved to Nashville, Tennessee to pursue a career in music, marking the start of his journey in the heart of the country music scene.
November 2015: Release of Third EP "This One's for You"
In November 2015, Luke Combs released his third EP, titled "This One's for You," continuing to build momentum and his discography.
2016: Early Recognition and "Hurricane" Success
In 2016, Luke Combs was recognized as one of Sounds Like Nashville's "Artists to Watch." His single, "Hurricane," sold an impressive 15,000 copies in its first week and debuted at number 46 on Hot Country Songs, further solidifying his rising prominence.
2016: Start of Relationship with Nicole Hocking
Luke Combs began dating Nicole Hocking in 2016. This marked the start of their relationship, which would later lead to their marriage and the birth of their children.
May 15, 2017: "Hurricane" Tops the Charts
Luke Combs celebrated a significant career milestone on May 15, 2017, when his single "Hurricane" reached the number one spot on the country radio airplay chart, holding the position for two weeks.
June 2017: "This One's for You" Album Release and Chart Success
Luke Combs's major label debut album, also titled "This One's for You," was released in June 2017. The album saw immediate success, reaching number one on Billboard's Top Country Albums and number five on the Billboard 200 in its first week.
June 19, 2017: Release of "When It Rains It Pours"
Luke Combs released "When It Rains It Pours," the second single from his debut album, to country radio on June 19, 2017. This single would go on to reach number one on the Country Airplay chart in October 2017.
October 2017: "When It Rains It Pours" Reaches Number One
In October 2017, Luke Combs's single "When It Rains It Pours" reached the number one spot on the Country Airplay chart.
2017: Release of Debut Album "This One's for You"
Luke Combs released his debut album, "This One's for You," in 2017. The album, reaching number four on the Billboard 200, marked a significant milestone in his career.
January 8, 2018: Release of "One Number Away"
On January 8, 2018, Luke Combs released "One Number Away," the third single from his debut album, to country radio.
June 2018: Release of "This One's for You Too" Deluxe Album
June 2018 saw the release of "This One's for You Too," a deluxe version of Luke Combs's debut album. This expanded edition featured five bonus tracks, including the singles "She Got the Best of Me" and "Beautiful Crazy," both of which would go on to achieve number-one success.
November 2018: Engagement to Nicole Hocking
Luke Combs and Nicole Hocking got engaged in November 2018.
February 2019: "Beautiful Crazy" Dominates the Charts
"Beautiful Crazy" by Luke Combs reached number one on Country Airplay in February 2019. This achievement gave Combs five number-one songs on the Billboard country chart with his first five singles, demonstrating his early and significant impact on the genre. Notably, the song topped three additional country charts: Hot Country Songs, Country Streaming Songs, and Country Digital Song Sales.
June 11, 2019: Invitation to Join Grand Ole Opry
On June 11, 2019, Luke Combs received a prestigious invitation to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry, a testament to his growing influence and impact on country music.
August 2019: "This One's for You" Sets Chart Record
In August 2019, Luke Combs's album "This One's for You" achieved a remarkable feat, spending its 44th week at number one on the Top Country Albums chart. This achievement set a new record for the longest reign at the top of that chart by a male artist.
November 8, 2019: Release of "What You See Is What You Get"
Luke Combs released his second album, "What You See Is What You Get," on November 8, 2019. The album achieved significant success, topping charts in various regions and becoming his first album to do so.
May 2020: Release of "Six Feet Apart"
In May 2020, Luke Combs released the single "Six Feet Apart." The song resonated with listeners as it reflected the challenges and experiences of life during the COVID-19 pandemic, quickly gaining popularity.
June 2020: Confirmation of "Lovin' on You" as Next Single
In June 2020, Luke Combs confirmed that his next single would be "Lovin' on You." This song was featured on both his second album, "What You See Is What You Get," and his earlier EP "The Prequel."
August 1, 2020: Marriage to Nicole Hocking
Luke Combs married Nicole Hocking in Florida on August 1, 2020.
October 23, 2020: Release of "What You See Ain't Always What You Get"
Luke Combs released "What You See Ain't Always What You Get," a deluxe version of his album "What You See Is What You Get," on October 23, 2020. The deluxe edition included five new songs, one of which, "Forever After All," set streaming records within country music on platforms like Apple Music and Spotify.
2021: CMA Entertainer of the Year Award
Luke Combs received the Country Music Association's Entertainer of the Year award in 2021, a testament to his rising influence and impact on the country music scene.
June 19, 2022: Birth of First Son
Luke Combs and Nicole Hocking welcomed their first child, a son, on June 19, 2022.
June 24, 2022: Release of Third Album, "Growin' Up"
Luke Combs's third studio album, "Growin' Up," was released on June 24, 2022.
2022: Second Consecutive CMA Entertainer of the Year Award
Luke Combs received the Country Music Association's Entertainer of the Year award for the second year in a row in 2022. This consecutive win solidified his standing as a leading figure in country music.
March 24, 2023: Release of Fourth Album, "Gettin' Old"
Luke Combs's fourth studio album, "Gettin' Old," was released on March 24, 2023.
May 2023: Collaboration with Ed Sheeran on "Life Goes On"
In May 2023, Luke Combs collaborated with English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran on the single "Life Goes On." Sheeran's solo version of the song was later included on his fifth studio album, "-" (Subtract).
August 15, 2023: Birth of Second Son
Luke Combs and Nicole Hocking welcomed their second child, a son, on August 15, 2023.
November 8, 2023: CMA Award for "Fast Car"
Luke Combs's rendition of "Fast Car" earned him the Single of the Year award at the 57th Annual Country Music Association Awards on November 8, 2023.
2023: SAD Scheme Default Judgment and Apology
In 2023, Luke Combs was involved in a legal situation involving a fan, Nicol Harness, who had sold tumblers featuring his likeness. Combs obtained a $250,000 SAD Scheme default judgment against Harness. However, he subsequently issued an apology, sent Harness $11,000, and offered to sell the tumblers through his official merchandise channels to aid with Harness's medical expenses.
February 4, 2024: Grammy Performance with Tracy Chapman
Luke Combs performed a duet of "Fast Car" with Tracy Chapman at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards on February 4, 2024.