Josh Turner
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Josh Turner is an American Country Music singer who rose to fame via his debut album, Long Black Train
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About
Born as Josh Otis Turner in real life, Josh Turner was born on November 20, 1977 at Hannah, South Carolina. He was a member of a choir group when he was just teenager. He also formed a gospel quartet called Thankful Hearts. After graduating from High School, he moved to Nashville to pursue his dream to become a singer. While staying at Nashville, he also studied in Belmont University.
In 2001, Josh performed at the Grand Ole Opry, which he sang his own composition Long Black Train. He received a standing ovation in the middle of his performance. In the later part of the year, he signed a recording contract under MCA Nashville.
In 2003, he released his debut album, Long Black Train. It went into certified Platinum. The album reached number 3 on the Billboard charts. In 2006, he released his second album, Your Man. The album reached number one on the Billboard chart along with his single, "Would You Go With Me". The album went platinum. His third album Everything Is Fine was released last October 2007.
Awards & Certifications
| Year | Award | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | CMA Awards | (Nominated) Horizon Award |
| 2004 | CMA Awards | (Nominated) Song of The Year For Long Black Train |
| 2004 | ACM Awards | (Nominated) Top New Artist |
| 2004 | CMT Music Awards | (Nominated) Breakthrough Video of The Year For 'Long Black Train |
| 2004 | Inspirational Country Music Awards | Winner: Song of The Year For Long Black Train |
| 2004 | Inspirational Country Music Awards | Winner: Songwriter |
| 2004 | Inspirational Country Music Awards | Mainstream Country Artist |
| 2005 | ACM Awards | (Nominated) Top New Artist |
| 2006 | CMA Awards | (Nominated) Horizon Award |
| 2006 | Inspirational Country Music Awards | Mainstream Country Artist |
| 2007 | Grammy Awards | (Nominated) Best Male Country Vocal Performance For Would You Go With Me |
| 2007 | Grammy Awards | (Nominated) Best Country Album For 'Your Man |
| 2007 | ACM Awards | (Nominated) Single Record of the Year For Would You Go With Me |
| 2007 | ACM Awards | (Nominated) Song of The Year For Would You Go With Me |
Certifications
| Year | Album | RIAA Certification |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Long Black Train | Platinum |
| 2006 | Your Man | Certified 2x Platinum |
Chart Toppers
| Year | Title | US Country | US Hot 100 | Album |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Your Man | 1 | 38 | Your Man |
| 2007 | Firecracker | 2 | 50 | Everything Is Fine |
News
Tours & Concerts
2008 Tours
January 31, 2008 Arco Arena with George Strait, Sacramento, California
February 01, 2008 Save Mart Center with George Strait, Fresno, California
February 02, 2008 MGM Grand Garden Arena with George Strait,Las Vegas, Nevada
Feb 15 2008 Ryman Auditorium Nashville, Tennessesee, U.S.A.
February 18, 2008 Wachovia Arena with Carrie Underwood, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
February 19, 2008 Times Union Center with Carrie Underwood, Albany, New York
February 20, 2008 Mullins Center with Carrie Underwood, Amherst, Massachusetts
February 22, 2008 Peterson Events Center with Carrie Underwood, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
February 24, 2008 Dunkin Donuts Center with Carrie Underwood, Providence, Rhode Island
February 25, 2008 Arena at Harbor Yard with Carrie Underwood, Bridgeport, Connecticut
Announcements
There are no announcements as of this time
Discography
Albums
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 Everything Is Fine
October 30, 2007 |
Singles
| Date | Title | Label |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | She'll Go On You | MCA |
| 2003 | Long Black Train | MCA |
| 2004 | What It Ain't | MCA |
| 2005 | Your Man | MCA |
| 2006 | Would You Go With Me | MCA |
Compilations & Live Releases
Other artists
Similar artists
Contemporaries
Influences
Trivia
- Josh Turner is a devout Christian. He has written many songs about Jesus Christ and his songs often represent his Christian values.
- Josh stands 6'1.
Reviews
External Links
Categories: Artist | Country | Christian | Bluegrass
