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Watch Alan Jackson Perform 'He Stopped Loving Her Today' at George Jones' Funeral

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 09 May 2013 22:00:57 +0000

Country superstar Alan Jackson closed out George Jones' funeral service in Nashville last Thursday with a fitting version of 'He Stopped Loving Her Today.' Now, the Grand Ole Opry has placed the video online for fans to enjoy.

Alan Jackson Pays Tribute to George Jones at Tour Stop

Megan Pacella — Sat, 04 May 2013 15:52:47 +0000

Still reeling from the news that George Jones passed away on Friday, April 26, Alan Jackson took some time to pay tribute to The Possum last weekend. During a stop on his current tour, Jackson covered 'He Stopped Loving Her Today' for a mesmerized crowd in Birmingham, Ala.

Alan Jackson's Daughter Victim of Facebook Hoax

Billy Dukes — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 17:00:30 +0000

Reports that Alan Jackson's middle daughter Ali was hospitalized after a car accident have proven untrue after the singer's publicist confirmed the story was a hoax. A fake Alan Jackson Facebook page was set up with a post that seemed to come from the hitmaker. It was not his official page, however.

Cute Kids Singing Country Songs – Alan Jackson, 'Country Boy'

Billy Dukes — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:00:56 +0000

We join Landon's performance of Alan Jackson's 'Country Boy' already in progress. The 5-year-old cowboy has made his way through the memorable chorus a couple of times when something horrible distracts him. Like the true professional he is, though, the mini-singer is able to carry on and finish the song.

Alan Jackson, Travis Tritt + More Added to George Jones' Final Concert

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 22:00:53 +0000

If you're one of the many fans who's disappointed because you couldn't get a ticket to George Jones' sold out farewell concert in Nashville, well ... prepare to get even more disappointed. On top of the enormous roster of guest stars slated to appear at the once-in-a-lifetime event, Jones has just added even more star power, including Alan Jackson and Travis Tritt.

Alan Jackson Releasing 'Precious Memories Volume II'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 17:00:37 +0000

Alan Jackson is best known for his traditional brand of mainstream country, but he’s also been successful in gospel music. Now, the singer is set to unveil a second collection of countrified gospel standards, announcing that ‘Precious Memories Volume II’ is set for release later this month. The album is a follow-up to ‘Precious Memories,’ [...]

Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert + More Contribute to John Fogerty's 'Wrote a Song for Everyone'

Cory Stromblad — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:00:41 +0000

Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert and Brad Paisley are among the impressive list of country music's biggest names who have joined forces with John Fogerty for the rock legend's upcoming Vanguard Records debut, 'Wrote a Song for Everyone,' out May 28.

Alan Jackson Prefers to Keep Things 'Traditional' on Christmas Morning

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 15:00:36 +0000

When it comes to Christmas traditions, Alan Jackson prefers to keep his yuletide routine as familiar and family-oriented as possible. “Christmas is pretty traditional,” Jackson says of his family festivities (quote via The Boot). “We don’t let anybody open any presents until Christmas morning, after Santa Claus comes. We don’t let them get up on [...]

Video of the Year – 2012 Taste of Country Awards

Taste of Country Staff — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 14:30:05 +0000

A great music video can't make a bad song a hit, but it can certainly add a new dimension to a song we've already fallen in love with. The 10 nominees for Taste of Country's 2012 Video of the Year award make full use of the visual medium via an emotional story, vibrant and compelling images, or an exciting plot line. What was the best country music video of 2012?

Remember When Keith Urban Worked for Alan Jackson?

Billy Dukes — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 13:00:41 +0000

Soon after Keith Urban moved to Nashville, he landed a gig doing a music video for Alan Jackson. The famous singer was shooting for 'Mercury Blues,' and the part called for a long-haired guitar player. That description fit Urban back then, and since he was still very new to the scene, he jumped at the job, thinking it'd help his career.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Alan Jackson

Billy Dukes — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 16:00:23 +0000

Alan Jackson has plenty to celebrate on his 54th birthday (Oct. 17), including dozens of hit songs, 16 studio albums, three beautiful daughters, one loving wife and millions of fans who have supported him for over 20 years. But how many of these fans know everything there is to know about their favorite singer?

Alan Jackson – October 2012 Country Music Birthdays

Billy Dukes — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 20:23:40 +0000

Alan Jackson will turn 54 years old on Oct. 17, 2012. The singer began his legendary career in 1989 after struggling for a few years as a singer-songwriter. Since 1979, he’s been married to Denise, and the couple have three daughters. In 2012, Jackson released his 16th studio album ‘Thirty Miles West,’ which put three [...]

No. 28: Alan Jackson, 'Remember When' – Top 100 Country Love Songs

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 18:00:15 +0000

With a successful 30 plus years of marriage under his belt, Alan Jackson is a consummate crooner, penning some of country music's most romantic love songs throughout his iconic career -- all presumably based on his own personal experiences. His 2003 sentimental ballad 'Remember When' is the perfect example of the singer's exceptional lyrical skills, especially in love, which is why it lands at No. 28 on our Top 100 Country Love Songs countdown.

Alan Jackson Tells Stories of the 'Dixie Highway' on 'CMA Music Festival: Country's Night to Rock'

Billy Dukes — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 03:34:34 +0000

Alan Jackson landed the penultimate slot on ABC's CMA Music Festival recap on Monday night, singing 'Dixie Highway,' a song he recorded with Zac Brown for his new album 'Thirty Miles West.' The 'CMA Music Festival: Country's Night to Rock' special featured highlights of the four-day festival which took place in June.

Best September 11-Inspired Country Song? – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 22:00:25 +0000

Country fans will never forget the 9/11 terrorist attacks. In the weeks and months following the hijacking of four American passenger jets, artists like Alan Jackson, Darryl Worley and Toby Keith penned songs that still endure on radio today. What is your favorite September 11th-inspired country song?

Alan Jackson Gets His Own Corn Maze in Michigan

Billy Dukes — Sat, 08 Sep 2012 15:30:30 +0000

Fans who enter the corn maze at Gull Meadow Farms in Richland, Mich. may not know they're wandering around inside Alan Jackson's famous mustache or -- if they get real lost -- cowboy hat. However, this aerial view of the six acre lot shows how accurately the singer's likeness was carved in the corn.

Alan Jackson vs. Darius Rucker – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Mon, 03 Sep 2012 14:00:28 +0000

Alan Jackson has cruised through four straight Showdowns, but to get to the Taste of Country Showdown Hall of Fame, he's going to have to top another country superstar in Darius Rucker. The legend's new song 'You Go Your Way' is hot right now, with online and phone call votes leaning heavily his way. But Rucker might be hotter.

Alan Jackson vs. Tyler Farr – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 14:00:39 +0000

Alan Jackson fans stepped up in a big way on Thursday, pushing the country music legend's new single to another day on the Showdown. 'You Go Your Way' ousted newcomer Jason Cassidy, although it was close until the phone voting from Taste of Country Nights radio began. That makes three in a row for Jackson.

Alan Jackson vs. Jason Cassidy – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 14:15:37 +0000

Canadian country trio High Valley put a scare into Alan Jackson fans yesterday, but their song 'Love You for a Long Time' fell just short, losing to 'You Go Your Way' by 10 percentage points. Phone voting on Taste of Country Nights radio helped put the superstar into the driver's seat once again. Today, he'll face another feisty newcomer in Jason Cassidy.

Alan Jackson – Country Music Fashion Police

Billy Dukes — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 19:52:19 +0000

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Alan Jackson vs. High Valley – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 14:00:42 +0000

Fans responded passionately to Alan Jackson's new single, 'You Go Your Way,' yesterday and last night in the Taste of Country Nights Showdown. The song easily ousted 'Ex-Old Man' by Kristen Kelly, meaning the country legend will move on to face a new challenger. Today, that's another act new to American country music fans.

Alan Jackson vs. Kristen Kelly – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 14:00:22 +0000

Thomas Rhett joined a select group of artists with songs in the Taste of Country Showdown Hall of Fame on Monday when 'Beer With Jesus' became a five-time winner. The song will now be retired, meaning today's Showdown will feature two new artists. Remember, you can also vote tonight on Taste of Country Nights radio, our syndicated radio show available on air and online.

Alan Jackson, 'You Go Your Way' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 13:30:01 +0000

On ‘You Go Your Way,’ Alan Jackson finds himself heartbroken… again. That’s three radio singles in a row that focus on the wrong end of love, but not all with convincing pathos. “All your pretty bags are packed / Forever sure did go by fast / I hope you find the skies are blue / [...]

'The Choice' Single Helps Provide Shoes for 30,000 People Worldwide

Megan Pacella — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 22:00:08 +0000

Most of us wake up every morning, get dressed, slip on our shoes and head out the door without a second thought. But after contributing to the song 'The Choice,' 19 of the biggest stars in country music will no longer be able to slip into their boots without thinking about the less fortunate. The recently-released single has already helped the non-profit Soles4Souls provide shoes for more than 30,000 people around the world.

Alan Jackson Blamed for Canceled Show Before Promoter Shuts Down California Festival

Megan Pacella — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 20:10:07 +0000

Sinus infection: 2, Alan Jackson: 0. The legendary country star missed two performances this weekend, the first of which was cited as a reason for canceling the other. The promoter of the Jukebox Music Festival shut the event down hours after it became clear Jackson would not be performing.

Alan Jackson Brings Relief to Colorado Wildfire Victims

Cory Stromblad — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 17:00:15 +0000

Alan Jackson reached out to the victims of the Colorado wildfires by doing what he does best — putting on an entertaining concert. On Thursday (June 28), the country superstar played the famed Red Rocks Amphitheatre, where he raised thousands of dollars for the devastated area. “It’s just the saddest thing. I’m just heart broke [...]

Alan Jackson – Most Famous Mullets

Billy Dukes — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 18:49:34 +0000

Alan Jackson kept something of a mullet into the 2000s. While his was never as pronounced as Toby Keith's or the guy who's next on our list, it worked with his trucker mustache to keep the singer just outside the circle of sensible fashion. This picture is from the 2000 CMA Awards. Here, Jackson paired his Pocahontas jacket with matching chocolate p

Alan Jackson to Celebrate July 4th With Military Families

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 20:30:19 +0000

Country music superstar Alan Jackson will help some deserving military families celebrate July 4th a little bit early this year. According to a post on Jackson's website, the singer is slated to perform this coming Saturday (June 30) at Fort Sill, Okla. to kick off the military installation's patriotic festivities.

No. 11: Alan Jackson, 'Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)' – Top 100 Country Songs

Billy Dukes — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 17:00:02 +0000

Alan Jackson wrote 'Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)' in late October of 2001. By New Years 2002, it was a No. 1 hit. The song moved faster than his label could meet demand, landing on the Billboard charts based on unsolicited airplay from country and pop stations. At the time, it was the fastest-rising country single in years -- with good reason.

Alan Jackson's 'Thirty Miles West' Debuts at No. 1 on Country Albums Chart

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 22:00:38 +0000

This week is shaping up to be a pretty decent one in the lives and careers of Alan Jackson and newcomer Jana Kramer. Both of their brand new albums hit stores last Tuesday, and now the charts are in. Jackson's 'Thirty Miles West' knocked Carrie Underwood's 'Blown Away' out of the No. 1 slot, while Kramer's self-titled project comes in at No. 5, according to Nielsen SoundScan.