Country Pop Bites: Jerrod Niemann – July 13

Did you know that on this day in Country Music History in 2010 Arista released Jerrod Niemann's debut album, "Judge Jerrod & The Hung Jury?"

It's true! Check out this Jerrod Niemann video!

Here are 5 interesting facts about Jerrod Niemann.

• His middle name is Lee.
• From an early age, he was influenced by country acts such as Lefty Frizzell, Keith Whitley and George Strait.
• He learned to play his first musical instrument on a Tracy Lawrence autographed guitar his mother won in a contest at a Lawrence concert.
• He joined the non-profit organization Kansas Kids, a division of American Kids, and continued competing in talent competitions.
• He attended South Plains College in Levelland, Texas, pursuing an Associate of Arts degree.