Full History Of Trace Adkins In Timeline From 1955

1955: Automobile Accident

In 1955, at age 17, Trace Adkins was in a severe automobile accident where his truck hit a school bus head-on, resulting in serious injuries.

January 13, 1962: Tracy Adkins Born

On January 13, 1962, Tracy Darrell Adkins was born. He is an American country music singer and actor.

1989: Stranded on Offshore Oil Rig During Hurricane Chantal

In 1989, Trace Adkins, along with nine coworkers, were stranded on an offshore oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico during Hurricane Chantal, highlighting a perilous experience.

1992: Moved to Nashville

In 1992, Trace Adkins moved to Nashville, Tennessee, a pivotal move in his pursuit of a music career.

1994: Shot by Second Ex-Wife

In 1994, Trace Adkins was shot by his second ex-wife, Julie Curtis; the bullet went through his heart and lungs, but he survived and did not press charges.

1994: Met Rhonda Forlaw

In late-1994, Trace Adkins met Rhonda Forlaw, an executive at Arista Records Nashville, who played a crucial role in introducing him to the music industry.

1996: Debut Album Release

In 1996, Trace Adkins made his debut with the album "Dreamin' Out Loud", which was released on Capitol Records Nashville, marking a significant milestone in his career.

1997: Top New Male Artist

In 1997, Trace Adkins was named "Top New Male Artist" by the Academy of Country Music, acknowledging his early success and potential in the country music scene.

1997: Number One Hit

In 1997, Trace Adkins' song "(This Ain't) No Thinkin' Thing" reached Number One on the Billboard country music charts, marking a significant achievement in his music career.

1997: "This Ain't No Thinkin' Thing" Success

Mentioned again, in 2006 Trace Adkins success of "Ladies Love Country Boys" was compared to the success of his song "(This Ain't) No Thinkin' Thing" in 1997.

1998: Austin City Limits Appearance

In 1998, Trace Adkins appeared on the PBS music program Austin City Limits (season 23).

1999: More... Album Release

In late 1999, Trace Adkins' album "More..." was released. Although the title track reached Top 10, the album did not achieve gold status.

2001: Entering Alcohol Rehabilitation

In 2001, Trace Adkins entered a 28-day alcohol rehabilitation facility, marking his initial step towards addressing issues with alcohol.

2001: Tractor Accident

In 2001, Trace Adkins was injured in a tractor accident, which led to the temporary cancellation of his touring schedule.

2002: Entered Rehab

Shortly after the release of his "Chrome" album, Trace Adkins entered a 28-day alcohol rehabilitation program in Nashville in 2002, marking a turning point in his personal life.

2003: Grand Ole Opry Induction

In 2003, Trace Adkins was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry, a significant honor and milestone in his country music career.

February 2004: Yes, Dear Appearance

In February 2004, Trace Adkins and Travis Tritt made a guest appearance as prison convicts in an episode of the television series "Yes, Dear".

December 2004: "Songs About Me" Single Released

In December 2004, Trace Adkins released the title track "Songs About Me" as the first single from his album.

March 2005: Songs About Me Album Released

In March 2005, Trace Adkins released his album "Songs About Me", which included the controversial single "Arlington" and the crossover hit "Honky Tonk Badonkadonk".

2005: Songs About Me Album

In 2005, Trace Adkins' album "Songs About Me" was released and achieved significant success, being certified 2x Multi-Platinum for shipping two million copies in the United States.

2006: Dangerous Man Album Released

In 2006, Trace Adkins released his seventh studio album, "Dangerous Man", featuring the hit single "Ladies Love Country Boys".

August 2007: "I Got My Game On" Release

In August 2007, Trace Adkins released the single "I Got My Game On", which was intended to be the lead-off for a new album, but instead served as the lead-off for his second Greatest Hits compilation.

2007: Autobiography Published

In 2007, Trace Adkins' autobiography titled "A Personal Stand: Observations and Opinions from a Free-Thinking Roughneck" was released, providing insights into his life and perspectives.

2007: "Ladies Love Country Boys" Peaked

In 2007, the song "Ladies Love Country Boys" peaked, reaching the top of the charts and becoming a hit song for Trace Adkins.

March 2008: The Celebrity Apprentice Runner-Up

In March 2008, Trace Adkins was the runner-up on NBC's The Celebrity Apprentice, playing for the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network in honor of his daughter.

November 2008: Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Appearance

In November 2008, Trace Adkins appeared at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, riding with his family on the "Jimmy Dean" float and performing "You're Gonna Miss This".

2008: Death of Uncle James W. Carraway

In 2008, James W. Carraway, Trace Adkins' maternal uncle, passed away. James was a Christian musician.

2008: "Muddy Water" Single Release

In 2008, Trace Adkins released the single "Muddy Water", which featured Stephen Baldwin in the video, and was the lead single from his album "X".

2008: Celebrity Apprentice Finalist

In 2008, Trace Adkins was a finalist on The All Star Celebrity Apprentice, marking one of his television appearances.

2008: "You're Gonna Miss This" Peaked

In 2008, the song "You're Gonna Miss This" peaked, becoming a hit song for Trace Adkins and reaching the top of the charts.

October 18, 2009: Extreme Makeover: Home Edition Appearance

On October 18, 2009, Trace Adkins appeared on "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" to help build a new home for the Marshall family.

November 2009: Shine All Night Tour

In November 2009, Trace Adkins embarked on the Shine All Night Tour, a co-headline venture with Martina McBride.

2009: Kansas City Chiefs Commercials

In 2009, Trace Adkins appeared in local Kansas City commercials to advertise season tickets for the Kansas City Chiefs' 50th season.

January 2010: Signed with Show Dog-Universal Music

In January 2010, Trace Adkins parted ways with Capitol Nashville and signed with Show Dog-Universal Music, marking a shift in his recording career.

February 13, 2010: Tour Bus Accident

On February 13, 2010, two men died after crashing into Trace Adkins' tour bus. Adkins was not on board at the time.

May 17, 2010: "This Ain't No Love Song" Released

On May 17, 2010, Trace Adkins' single "This Ain't No Love Song" was released as the lead-off to his ninth studio album, "Cowboy's Back In Town".

May 29, 2010: "This Ain't No Love Song" Debuted

On May 29, 2010, Trace Adkins' song, "This Ain't No Love Song" debuted on the Billboard charts.

October 10, 2010: Sang National Anthem at Cowboys Stadium

On October 10, 2010, Trace Adkins sang the national anthem at Dallas Cowboys Stadium.

December 18, 2010: Tribute To The Troops Performance

On December 18, 2010, Trace Adkins performed at WWE's annual "Tribute To The Troops" event, receiving an amazing reception from the soldiers in attendance.

January 10, 2011: "Brown Chicken, Brown Cow" Released to Radio

On January 10, 2011, Trace Adkins' song "Brown Chicken, Brown Cow" was released to country radio.

March 2011: "Just Fishin'" Release

In March 2011, Trace Adkins released "Just Fishin'", a song featuring his daughter Trinity in the video, shot at their farm.

April 2011: Crush on Kim Mulkey Revealed

In April 2011, Trace Adkins revealed that he had a crush on Kim Mulkey, the Baylor Lady Bears' head coach, while they were in college, and dedicated his performance of "One in a Million You" to her.

May 13, 2011: SmackDown Appearance

On May 13, 2011, Trace Adkins appeared on an episode of SmackDown live from Nashville, Tennessee, as a special member of the WWE audience.

June 4, 2011: Home Burned Down

On June 4, 2011, Trace Adkins' home in Brentwood, Tennessee, burned down.

October 20, 2011: Sang National Anthem at World Series

On October 20, 2011, Trace Adkins sang the National Anthem at game 2 of the 2011 World Series in St. Louis.

December 2011: Phone Call with Kim Mulkey

In December 2011, Kim Mulkey's sister arranged a phone call between Trace Adkins and Kim Mulkey, during which Mulkey invited him to sing at a Baylor game.

February 2012: Guest Vocalist on Meat Loaf's Album

In February 2012, Trace Adkins appeared as a guest vocalist on Meat Loaf's album "Hell in a Handbasket", showcasing his versatility as a singer.

February 2012: Performance at Baylor Game Arranged

In February 2012, Trace Adkins arranged to perform the National Anthem at the Lady Bears' home game against the Texas A&M Aggies, fulfilling an invitation from Kim Mulkey.

March 2012: Visited Lady Bears

In March 2012, Trace Adkins visited the Baylor Lady Bears in Kansas City to encourage them before their NCAA Championships semi-final match, and the team later attended his concert.

September 29, 2012: Performed National Anthem at WVU Game

On September 29, 2012, Trace Adkins performed "The Star-Spangled Banner" at the West Virginia Mountaineers' home football game against the Baylor Bears.

2012: Endorsement of Mitt Romney and Performance at Republican National Convention

In 2012, Trace Adkins endorsed Mitt Romney and performed at the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Florida, showcasing his political affiliations.

2012: Endorsement Deals with Pilot Flying J and Firestone

In 2012, Trace Adkins signed a deal with Pilot Flying J to become the company's new spokesman. In 2012, Adkins lent his voice to Firestone for the "Drive a Firestone" campaign.

May 13, 2013: "Watch the World End" Released to Radio

On May 13, 2013, Trace Adkins released "Watch the World End", the first single from his album "Love Will..." to country radio.

May 14, 2013: Love Will... Album Release

On May 14, 2013, Trace Adkins released his new album, "Love Will...", adding to his discography.

September 2013: Left Showdog Roster

In September 2013, it was announced that Trace Adkins was no longer on the Showdog roster, as per the official website.

October 29, 2013: The King's Gift Album Release

On October 29, 2013, Trace Adkins released his first Christmas album, "The King's Gift".

2013: Celebrity Apprentice Winner

In 2013, Trace Adkins won The All Star Celebrity Apprentice, a triumph in his television career.

March 2014: Rehabilitation and Divorce Filing

In March 2014, Trace Adkins checked into rehabilitation for alcoholism and his then wife Rhonda filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences. Later, Trace filed for divorce.

April 6, 2015: Signing with Broken Bow Records

On April 6, 2015, Trace Adkins signed with Broken Bow Records, under the Wheelhouse imprint, marking a new chapter in his recording career.

August 2015: Signed to Wheelhouse Records

In August 2015, Trace Adkins was announced as one of the first artists signed to Broken Bow Records' new imprint, Wheelhouse Records, solidifying his place within the label.

2015: Performance at Bill Haslam's Inauguration

In 2015, Trace Adkins performed the National Anthem at Tennessee governor Bill Haslam's second inauguration, marking a public appearance at a significant political event.

January 18, 2016: Release of "Jesus and Jones"

On January 18, 2016, Trace Adkins' first single with Broken Bow Records, "Jesus and Jones," was released to country radio, reaching number 41 on the Country Airplay chart.

July 4, 2016: Surprise Appearance in Sarepta

On July 4, 2016, Trace Adkins made a surprise appearance at his hometown Independence Day celebration in Sarepta, Louisiana, performing unrehearsed songs with the Backbeat Boogie Band.

July 25, 2016: Release of "Lit"

On July 25, 2016, Trace Adkins released "Lit" to country radio, though it failed to chart, marking a minor setback in his releases with Broken Bow Records.

2016: Performance at Republican National Convention

In 2016, Trace Adkins performed during candidate Donald Trump's nomination at the Republican National Convention, marking a public appearance at a significant political event.

March 31, 2017: Release of Something's Going On album

On March 31, 2017, Trace Adkins released his album "Something's Going On" via Wheelhouse Records, showcasing a video for the title track.

October 12, 2019: Marriage to Victoria Pratt

On October 12, 2019, Trace Adkins married Canadian actress Victoria Pratt in New Orleans, Louisiana, signifying a new chapter in his personal life.

2019: Collaborations with Hardy and Blake Shelton

In 2019, Trace Adkins appeared on Hardy's "Hixtape Volume 1" on the song "Redneck Tendencies" with Joe Diffie. Also in 2019, Adkins reunited with Blake Shelton in "Hell Right" on Shelton's album "Fully Loaded: God's Country".