Did you know that on this day in Country Music History in 2009 Jason Aldean picked up a gold album for "Wide Open"?

Jason Aldean
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Here are 5 interesting facts about Jason Aldean.

  • Jason Aldine Williams was born on February 28, 1977.
  • He first performed for an audience at a VFW in Macon, GA, when he was 14.
  • He learned to play guitar from his father and uncle.
  • His fans are known as "Aldean's Army."
  • He enjoys turkey hunting.

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