Mark Chesnutt

Mark Chesnutt is an American country music singer. Country music critics have categorized him as a classic Country singer. Some of Country music’s most popular entertainers from George Jones to George Strait echo this sentiment. Mark Chesnutt’s success continues today. He has 14 No. 1 hits, 23 top ten singles, four platinum albums and five gold records. Image File history File links ChesnuTT.jpg File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... Image File history File links ChesnuTT.jpg File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... Country music, also called country and western music or country-western, is an amalgam of popular musical forms developed in the Southern United States, with roots in traditional folk music, Celtic Music, Blues, Gospel music, and Old-time music. ... George Jones George Glenn Jones (born September 12, 1931), nicknamed The Possum, is an American country singer known for his distinctive voice and phrasing that frequently evoke the raw emotions caused by grief, unhappy love, and emotional hardship. ... George Strait George Harvey Strait (born May 18, 1952) is an American country music artist. ...

Biography

Mark was born September 6, 1963. He has been a part of the country music industry since the 1980's. If you ask Mark Chesnutt, he’ll tell you, “It’s the music that has kept me around this long.” Mark has remained true to himself as a traditional country artist while still keeping up with the ever-changing country landscape. Mark has a knack for picking popular songs and delivering them with real heart-felt emotion. He has set an example for his generation—not just for his being a consistent hit maker, but because of his love of traditional country music. Mark Chesnutt’s approach to the country industry has made him a well recognized musician on radio and in the honkytonks. Country music, also called country and western music or country-western, is an amalgam of popular musical forms developed in the Southern United States, with roots in traditional folk music, Celtic Music, Blues, Gospel music, and Old-time music. ... Events and trends The 1980s marked an abrupt shift towards more conservative lifestyles after the momentous cultural revolutions which took place in the 1960s and 1970s and the definition of the AIDS virus in 1981. ...

Chesnutt got his start in the honky-tonks of Beaumont, Texas, learning from his father, Bob Chesnutt, a singer, record collector, and major fan of classic country music. Playing along side his dad, one set at a time, Mark embraced his father’s influence and began making a name for himself. Mark sang covers by Merle Haggard, George Jones, and Waylon Jennings to develop his crowd-pleasing rapport and his authentic country style. // Beaumont can refer to: Places In Australia Beaumont, South Australia, a suburb of Adelaide In Belgium Beaumont, Belgium, in the province of Hainaut In Canada Beaumont, Alberta, Canada In France Beaumont, Ardèche, in the Ardèche département Beaumont, Corrèze, in the Corrèze département Beaumont, Gers... Official language(s) None. ... Merle Haggard on cover of Time, May 1974. ... George Jones George Glenn Jones (born September 12, 1931), nicknamed The Possum, is an American country singer known for his distinctive voice and phrasing that frequently evoke the raw emotions caused by grief, unhappy love, and emotional hardship. ... Waylon Jennings (June 15, 1937 – February 13, 2002) was a respected and influential American country music singer and guitarist, born in Littlefield, Texas. ...

Bob Chesnutt often traveled to Nashville to record and to broaden his exposure. He began taking Mark along to record when he was just 17. After nearly a decade of recording on regional labels, word got out about this young country vocalist. Music Row Executives came to hear Mark on his own Texas turf and recognized the depth of Mark Chesnutt’s raw talent. In 1989, he was signed to MCA Nashville. With the release of his first single, “Too Cold At Home,” Mark established himself as one of country’s popular vocalists. Although his first hit was extremely neotraditional, subsequent songs were more mainstream Contemporary Country. Mark won the CMA Horizon Award getting the attention of country legend George Jones who stated “This boy from Beaumont, Texas is the real deal.” That recognition and initial success opened the door to give Mark the chance to do what he enjoyed most— sing country music for country fans but this time, on a national level . “The first couple years it was non-stop.” Mark says. “I can remember one time during a tour, I didn’t see home for ten months, with exception of a day or a day-and-a-half, then, it was right back out again.” For other cities named Nashville, see Nashville (disambiguation). ... Official language(s) None. ... 1989 (MCMLXXXIX) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... CMA may stand for: Canadian Medical Association Cash Management Account Census Metropolitan Area Certified Management Accountant Certified Medical Assistant Chinese martial arts Chinese Military Academy Chocolate Manufacturers Association Christian Motorcyclists Association Compagnie des Messageries Aériennes, a French airline Computer Misuse Act 1990 Coordinated Malware Attack Country Music Association Critical... George Jones George Glenn Jones (born September 12, 1931), nicknamed The Possum, is an American country singer known for his distinctive voice and phrasing that frequently evoke the raw emotions caused by grief, unhappy love, and emotional hardship. ...

Mark’s dedication paid off. He developed a fan base, which in turn helped his records climb the charts one right after the other; making him one of Billboard’s ten most-played radio artists of the ‘90’s.

Chesnutt surprised many fans in late 1998 when he recorded a cover of Aerosmith's recent hit, I Don't Want to Miss a Thing. As reported on American Country Countdown, Chesnutt first heard the song when his teenage daughter changed the presets on his truck radio. Chesnutt's version of this song was a #1 country hit for two weeks in February 1999, and peaked at #17 on the Billboard Hot 100. 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar, and was designated the International Year of the Ocean. ... In pop music a cover version is a new rendition of a previously recorded song. ... Aerosmith is a preeminent American rock band. ... I Dont Want to Miss a Thing was a hit single by American rock band Aerosmith. ... American Country Countdown -- also known as ACC or American Country Countdown with Kix Brooks -- is an internationally syndicated radio program which counts down the top 40 country songs of the previous week, from No. ... < -- Please excuse the mess - this is a work in progress. ... The Billboard Hot 100 is the main singles chart used by Billboard magazine. ...

Mark Chesnutt Performing

Mark Chesnutt is thankful for the success of his time spent recording in the studio, but prefers the stage. “I just make records because I want people to come see my show,” he says. “Just listening to music is great, but I’ve got to be out there on stage making it.” Mark is known as one of the industry’s hardest-working concert performers. He maintains a hefty tour schedule and steady presence in front of his fans. Mark’s dedication to deliver live music is very evident to the country music industry. Mark has been on the road since 1990. His last tour Rockin’ Roadhouse Tour with friends Tracy Lawrence and Joe Diffie wrapped up in the summer of 2004. Since, Mark has been doing what he loves to do, touring and playing the clubs and honky tonks across the United States. “Clubs and honky tonks are home for me; it’s comfortable and I’m always with friends,” says Chesnutt. Image File history File links Markperforming. ... Image File history File links Markperforming. ... Country music, also called country and western music or country-western, is an amalgam of popular musical forms developed in the Southern United States, with roots in traditional folk music, Celtic Music, Blues, Gospel music, and Old-time music. ... This article is about the year. ... Tracy Lawrence (born 27 January 1968) is an American country musician. ... Joe Diffie was born Dec. ... 2004 (MMIV) was a leap year starting on Thursday of the Gregorian calendar. ...

His current tour theme is “Savin’The Honky Tonk”.

“Mark Chesnutt gave honky-tonk music back its soul,” noted music critic Robert K. Oermann. “When he appeared on an arid musical landscape back in 1990, I dubbed him the hillbilly messiah.” Oermann states. “I still feel that way today and I’ll feel that way decades from now.” This article is about the year. ...

Married since 1992, Mark and Tracie Chesnutt are the loving parents of three boys, Waylon, Casey, and Cameron. 1992 (MCMXCII) was a leap year starting on Wednesday. ...

Newly signed to Vivaton! Records, Mark released his debut single , “The Lord Loves The Drinkin’ Man ” in June. His latest album (produced with Jimmy Ritchey) entitled Savin’ The Honky Tonk hit shelves September 21, 2004.

Discography

Mark's Hits

Click On Song To View Lyrics

• Bubba Shot the Jukebox
• She Dreams
• Down in Tennessee
• Going Through the Big D
• Let It Rain
• I Just Wanted You to Know
• I’ll Think Of Something
• Brother Jukebox
• Blame It On Texas
• Old Flames Have New Names
• Old Country
• It Sure Is Monday
• Almost Goodbye
• It’s A Little Too Late
• Gonna Get A Life

Mark's Albums

For further information about the following albums, click on the details link beside the album title

• Savin' the Honky Tonk (details)

09.21.2004

• Mark Chesnutt (details)

05.21.2002

• 20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Mark Chesnutt (details)

11.20.2001

• Lost in the Feeling (details)

10.17.2000

• Top Marks: His First 20 Hits (details)

05.16.2000

• I Don't Want to Miss a Thing (details)

02.09.1999

• Thank God for Believers (details)

09.23.1997

• Greatest Hits (details)

11.19.1996

• Wings (details)

10.03.1995

• What a Way to Live (details)

01.01.1994

• Almost Goodbye (details)

06.22.1993

• Longnecks & Short Stories (details)

01.01.1992

• Too Cold at Home (details)

01.01.1990

• Dance Time in Texas

Resources

• Official site