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JT Hodges’ Debut Album Available For Pre-Order Now!
JT Hodges’ 10-song debut album will hit shelves on August 21, 2012 and fans can pre-order starting today on iTunes at http://smarturl.it/JTiTunes and on Amazon at http://smarturl.it/jtamazon.
While JT’s debut release is still a few weeks away, check out what we had to say, along with a few other country blog sites!
“JT Hodges does two things really, really well. His full-bodied voice gives personality and a personal touch to nearly every song. And each song has a distinctive flavour, which both his voice and the instruments help provide…JT Hodges is going to be a star. More than any new artist I’ve heard, he makes interesting, varied, full-blooded music. In the biggest show of respect I can make, I’ll be buying this album myself.” – Keepin’ It Country
“I am struck by the versatility and ease of his voice. He has a gritty sound that I believe sets him apart from many of his male counterparts in country music today.” –Focus on the 615
“The 10 songs showcase a singer ready to explode on the national country music scene with a blend of modern soulful tunes and traditional country music lyrics and melodies.” – Roughstock
Tracks on JT Hodges
1. Rather Be Wrong Than Lonely
2. Sleepy Little Town
3. Hunt You Down
4. Give It One More Night
5. When I Stop Crying
6. Goodbyes Made You Mine
7. Leaving Me Later
8. Right About Now
9. Rhythm Of The Radio
10. Green Eyes Red Sunglasses
If you haven’t already, you can check out our full review of JT’s debut album here.
For more information, head on over to jthodges.com.
REVIEW: JT Hodges Debut Album
When I was asked to review JT Hodges’ self-titled debut album, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I’d heard his name, and I’d heard some positive reviews, but I couldn’t name a single song of his.
Now I know what to expect. And it’s a lot of good things.
The first notes of the lead song, “Rather Be Wrong Than Lonely”, are a quick drum beat and strong guitar chords that set the pace for my growing enthusiasm. I was into the song before he even began singing. Rarely does an album capture me so quickly, but by the time Hodges made it to the first chorus, I was trying to sing along to his full, sonorous voice.
J.T. Hodges Letting Fans Choose Next Single
How would you like to choose J.T. Hodges‘s next single? He’s opening polls on his official Facebook fan page today for fans to vote on the next single he’ll be releasing from his debut country album due out August 21st. Voting for the third single from the Show Dog-Universal artist will continue throughout July, with the announcement and release of the winning single out two weeks before the street date of his new album.
It’s an important single for any artist to release during the release of an album, so we can’t wait to see what the fans choose. Show Dog-Universal’s Vice President of Sales, Marketing and New Media, Bill Kennedy, isn’t worried about this important decision. He explains:
“JT’s fan base is one of the most active I have seen for a new artist. They have already purchased more than 130,000 downloads of his two singles and we at the label thought it would be a smart idea to let these people who really get him and his music weigh in on the next single.”
Two of the songs up for voting were written or co-written by J.T. himself. Eight of the ten tracks on his upcoming album were written by the artist. The songs up for voting are “Sleepy Little Town,” “Leaving Me Later,” and “Rather Be Wrong Than Lonely.” Check out YouTube videos of these performances here below before making your choice on JT’s Facebook page, and don’t forget to let us know what you chose!
JT Hodges Releases Track Listing for Debut Album
His much-anticipated album isn’t due in stores untiil August 21st, but Keepin’ It Country fave JT Hodges released the track listing this morning via Instagram. The self-titled album is his debut with a major record label, and we can’t wait to get our hands on it!
Here’s the track-listing:
Rather Be Wrong Than Lonely
Sleepy Little Town
Hunt You Down
Give It One More Night
When I Stop Crying
Goodbyes Made You Mine
Leaving Me Later
Right About Now
Rhythm Of The Radio
Green Eyes Red Sunglasses
And here’s JT’s awesome Instagram pic!
JT Hodges Contest Includes Awesome Prizes
JT Hodges will release a new album on August 21 and to thank fans for their support, JT is sending out over 160 prizes to his fans. The contest runs until July 31. The prizes include an exclusive #JTHodgesFan shirt, personalized autographed album, handwritten thank you note, guitar, autographed photos, hats, and Copperpeace guitar straps. Fifty lucky Twitter follows will also get the chance to have their name published in the physical album booklet. The winners for that prize will be announced on July 2.
To enter, all you need to do it go to www.jthodges.com/jthodgesfan. And be sure to follow JT on Twitter at @HelloJTHodges and use the hash tag #JTHODGESFAN.
JT Hodges Announces Album Release Date
Show Dog Universal’s J.T. Hodges made a pretty exciting announcement just now on his Facebook fan page – his album release date and his official album cover! It’s his debut country album with the major label, and as one of our ones to watch for 2012, we’re expecting big things from J.T. Check out his album cover right here and get ready for his self-titled debut out August 21st!
VIDEO: JT Hodges – Goodbyes Made You Mine Behind The Scenes
By now, you’ve seen the music video for J.T. Hodges‘ “Goodbyes Made You Mine” on CMT, GAC or even on YouTube. The second single from the singer-songwriter’s debut album on Show Dog Universal Records will be out later this year, but take a look at the Behind The Scenes video from the shoot for the official music video. What do you think about J.T.? Let us know in the comments below, on our Facebook page, or even on Twitter!
JT was named one of our Ones To Watch for 2012. Read our exclusive interview with JT here.
Boots and Hearts Music Festival
If you thought the other star-studded country music events were jam-packed with back-to-back-to-back outstanding performers, you ain’t see nothin’ yet! Saddle up, country music fans, for one of the best lineups you have seen to date!
The August 10-12 Bowmanville, Ontario Boots & Hearts Music Festival aims to be the “largest international country music festival ever hosted on Canadian soil,” according to the press release. Being featured at the festival are the following artists: Tim McGraw, Kid Rock, Carrie Underwood, Alabama, Paul Brandt, Big & Rich, Sheryl Crow, Phil Vassar, Kevin Costner & Modern West, Lauren Alaina, Jason McCoy, Dallas Smith, High Valley, Crystal Shawanda, Shane Yellowbird, Charlie Major, JT Hodges, Canaan Smith, Derek Miller, Kira Isabella, and more.
There are still tickets remaining, both for the entire event and for each individual day. You can purchase your tickets by visiting the Boots & Hearts Music Festival website.
You certainly do not want to miss out on this event. It will be like no other! Let us know which performers you are most excited to see at this one-of-a-kind three-day country music extravaganza!
Chat With JT Hodges and Jessica Andrews Tomorrow Night!
Showdog-Universal’s JT Hodges will be hosting his third episode of “Just Talkin’ with JT Hodges” via Ustream tomorrow night, Thursday, May 17, with special guest Jessica Andrews. JT’s ”Just Talkin’” live chats happen twice a month. The shows give fans a chance to get to know JT better and see him perform original songs as well as cover songs. Fans can also vote for a cover song they want JT to perform during the stream.
You can vote for the song you want JT to cover for tomorrow’s show, here. There are three songs to choose from: “Got My Mind Set On You” by George Harrison, “Livin on Love” by Alan Jackson, and “Have You Ever Seen The Rain” by Creedence Clearwater Revival. Currently ”Have You Ever Seen The Rain” is trailing in the lead.
Be sure to head on over to his Facebook page to tune in tomorrow at 7pm CT/8pm EST. In the meantime, check out his video for “Goodbyes Made You Mine” if you haven’t already!
Tug McGraw Foundation Benefit Clay Shootout
Tim McGraw laid his father to rest well before his time, but that has not stopped Tim from carrying on his legacy. The Tug McGraw Foundation was created by Tim’s father, a Major League Baseball player who lost his battle to brain cancer after his diagnosis in 2003. The Tug McGraw Foundation strives support military service members who suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury.
To raise funds for Tug’s project, Tim will host a Celebrity Sporting Clay Shootout on Tuesday, June 5, 2012. Joining Tim at this event will be Luke Bryan, Craig Campbell, Montgomery Gentry, Josh Gracin, JT Hodges, Jon Pardi, the Warren Brothers, and more. The fifteen teams will consist of one professional shooter, one celebrity guest, and two other individuals. Included at the event are a barbecue lunch and a silent auction.
The Celebrity Clay Shootout will take place in Nashville, Tennessee at the Nashville Gun Club. Fore more information about the event and the foundation, or to make a donation to the cause, visit the official website for the Tug McGraw Foundation.
