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Sep 05, 09:59 AMAlbuquerque Journal Feature!
Joe has an amazing feature in the Albuquerque Journal! Check it out here: http://epaper.abqjournal.com/Repository/ml.asp?Ref=SkQvMjAwOC8wOS8wNSNBcjA1MTAx&Mode=HTML&Locale=english-skin-custom
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Sep 02, 09:25 AMReminder ABC Special "America United" Airs Sunday, September 7thToby Keith, Jessica Simpson, Clint Black and Joe Nichols will be featured in an ABC special titled America United: In Support of Our Troops airing Sept. 7. The two-hour special will also feature appearances and performances by Janet Jackson, Snoop Dogg, Pam Anderson, D.L. Hughley, ZZ Top, Kathy Griffin, Ne-Yo, Girls Next Door, Ali Landry (former Miss America), Carlos Mencia, Shawne Merriman (San Diego Charters linebacker), Jordin Sparks, Sam Moore (Sam & Dave) and Charlie Wilson (the Gap Band).
Check your local listings for air times!
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Aug 28, 10:54 AMJoe Nichols brings his traditional sound to the Fulton County Fair
By BRIAN DUGGER
BLADE STAFF WRITER
"Real Things" is possibly the best body of work Joe Nichols has ever produced.Released last year, Nichols' fourth major album was universally praised by critics. It was a classic, neo-traditional Nichols record put together by two of the best producers in Nashville, Brent Rowan and Mark Wright.
The only problem is that critical acclaim and commercial success aren't necessarily intertwined, and "Real Things" failed to score with his fans. After going platinum with "Man with a Memory" and gold with "III," Nichols hasn't come close to achieving that type of success with "Real Things." While he piled up seven Top-10 singles with his previous albums, the two singles off his fourth album barely cracked the Top 20, and Nichols admits the man to blame is the one staring back at him each morning when he looks in the mirror.
"There are a million different places I could point a finger, but ultimately, the blame lies with me," he says. "With the personal issues I had last year and my lack of focus I had before that, it's all the direct result."
Those personal issues involved a battle with substance abuse and drinking that got progressively worse after the death of his father, Mike, in 2002. His struggles landed him in rehab in October. A person battling addiction is never cured, but Nichols believes he's headed in the right direction after his stay in rehab.
"It's gotten me more focused. I'm more focused than I ever have been, and that's what was needed."
That focus is evident when he talks about his upcoming one-year wedding anniversary. He and his wife, Heather, were married on Sept. 9 in Savannah, Ga.
"We have a quiet getaway planned, but it won't even last a day since we have a lot of work we have to get back to."The short trip is no indication of his commitment to his marriage. Heather is his best friend, and he credits her with helping him through his issues. The pair have known each other since they were 18 but only began dating seriously about two years ago.
"She's a trouper. I'm a lucky man that she's still here. When you go through a lot of stuff like I did, it's easy for a person not to want to be strong. She was my strength when I wanted to be weak. She propped me up and gave me a kick and told me, ‘Now you've got to go do this.' And I've got to give her thanks for that."
Nichols' fans should look for Heather's influence on his next album, whether it's a love song to her or just him writing about feelings she drew out of him."She's always involved in what I do, whether she knows it or not," Nichols says.
In between dates on the road, Nichols has been pouring himself into his upcoming album, hoping to recapture that elusive commercial success he achieved when he hit country radio with "The Impossible" back in 2002. Nichols followed up that top-five hit with "Brokenheartsville," which became his first No. 1 single in March, 2003. Several other hits followed, including "Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off," which was Nichols' second chart-topper.Although "Another Side of You" and "It Ain't No Crime" didn't become big hits when he released them off his last album, he thinks he's on the right track. A new single should be on radio in late September or early October.
"I don't think we need to change much on the product side. I feel it was a great album. So many things contributed to the lack of commercial success, but you can't look at the music and say it wasn't commercially appealing. I think if I sing good country songs, everything will be OK."
Fans attending his show in Wauseon Monday night should expect to hear some new music. He uses his concert crowds as a barometer for how a song might do on radio. More than anything, fans should expect to hear that traditional Nichols sound.
"It's a country show, with the exception of about two minutes when I throw in a little goofiness. I want to make sure people get their money's worth and they leave happy and want to come back to the next show."
Joe Nichols and Jake Owen will be in concert at the Fulton County Fair in Wauseon on Monday at 7:30 p.m. Track seats are $22, and grandstand seats are $18 and $20. Tickets can be purchased online at www.fultoncountyfair.com at the fairgrounds, or by phone at 419-335-7469.
Contact Brian Dugger at:bdugger@theblade.com.
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Aug 28, 09:47 AMUSAA Presents: America United!Check out the trailer featuring Joe Nichols, Jessica Simpson, Pamela Anderson and more...
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Aug 26, 12:57 PMABC Airs "America United: In Support Of Our Troops" on Sunday, Sept 7th!For generations, top entertainers have performed both in the U.S. and overseas for our troops in times of war and peace. Now the tradition continues for a new generation of talent and viewers with the two-hour special, “America United: In Support of Our Troops,” airing SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 (9:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
The star-studded lineup of performers and celebrities appearing includes Janet Jackson, Snoop Dogg, Pam Anderson, Toby Keith, Jessica Simpson, D.L. Hughley, ZZ Top, Clint Black, Kathy Griffin, Ne-Yo, Girls Next Door, Toby Keith, Ali Landry, comedian Carlos Mencia, NFL star Sean Merriman, country star Joe Nichols, Jordin Sparks, Sam Moore (Sam and Dave) and more, as they all take the stage around the country and at military bases worldwide.
Featuring popular music, celebrity cameos, tributes to troops and heart-warming human interest stories, “America United: In Support of Our Troops” is an opportunity for the nation to show its appreciation for the troops and military families. The special was produced and directed by an all-star team. Executive producer is Greg Sills ("Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards"); executive producer and music director is Rickey Minor (“American Idol,” “The Grammy Awards”); Bryan Edelstein is executive producer; Michael Dempsey (“MTV Video Music Awards”) is executive producer and director; Tisha Fein (“American Idol”) and Laurie Chapman are producers, and Chantal Sausedo is co-producer and executive in charge of talent.
A TV parental guideline will be posted closer to airdate.
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Aug 20, 06:36 AMJoe At The Opry in September!Join Joe on September 23rd when he performs LIVE at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville TN. Call 1-800-SEE-OPRY or visit www.opry.com to get your tickets now! Joe Nichols fans can use coupon code "webFAN" OR print a coupon from the website to present to any Grand Ole Opry box office to receive $3.00 off of your ticket purchase.
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Aug 12, 07:49 AMLet Country Weekly Know - Joe Is The Sexiest Man In Country Music!LET COUNTRY WEEKLY KNOW - JOE IS THE SEXIEST MAN IN COUNTRY! Once a year Country Weekly asks the ultimate question...Who is the sexiest man in country music? Voting is now open in Country Weekly's 2008 Sexiest Man In Country Poll. Make your voice heard and VOTE FOR JOE NICHOLS TODAY here: http://www.countryweekly.com/sexiest_man/vote/survey/494 Make sure to pick up a copy of the August 25th issue of Country Weekly for a TON more...
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Aug 04, 01:23 PMCountry Weekly
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Jul 25, 08:53 AMDon't Miss Joe on CMA Celebrity Close Up On GAC Tomorrow!DON'T MISS CMA CELEBRITY CLOSE UP WITH JOE JULY 26TH Set on the stage of Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium, host Lorianne Crook chats it up with country artists Sara Evans, Joe Nichols, Bucky Covington, and Jake Owen. Discover why a light-hearted Joe Nichols is in a feud with a horse, learn what cartoon underwear Joe loves, and find out what special present he gave his new wife. Tomorrow Night on GAC: Celebrity Closeup @ 9:00 PM ET www.gactv.com www.joenichols.com
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Jul 22, 06:01 AMGAC's CMA Celebrity Close Up
A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words -- It was a challenge to keep a straight face when Joe Nichols dropped in on Lorianne Crook and GAC's CMA Celebrity Close Up series, which airs July 26th at 9 pm ET. Among other serious topics, Nichols complains that his wife Heather's horse is a "pretty boy with an ego," and cracks more jokes than the audience can keep up with. When not doing his stand up routine, Nichols can be found on tour throughout the summer, performing hits from his latest CD Real Things. Check www.joenichols.com for dates in your area.