Jason Aldean Lands 30th No. 1 With ‘Whiskey Drink’
Jason Aldean. Photo: Brian Higbee
Jason Aldean has reached another major milestone in his career this week, landing his 30th No. 1 at country radio with his latest single “Whiskey Drink.”
“Whiskey Drink” is from Aldean’s album Highway Desperado, and this latest chart-topper puts Aldean in an elite class of entertainers who have logged 30+ No. 1 hits throughout their career like George Strait, Tim McGraw, Ronnie Milsap, Merle Haggard, Alan Jackson, Reba McEntire and Blake Shelton.
“30 #1s is a huge milestone, and I couldn’t let it go by without thanking the fans, country radio, the songwriters, BMG and the best promo team in the business,” says Aldean. “I appreciate all the support we have gotten from everyone over the last 20 years. And, I don’t plan on going anywhere anytime soon; so, I’m working hard on getting this next round of music out and can’t wait to share it soon.”
A look back at Jason Aldean’s first No. 1 “Why” from 2006. (L-R): Lee Adams, Shelley Hargis, Jon Loba, JoJamie Hahr, Layna Bunt and Jason Aldean
“I always say icons come from the fringes and Jason Aldean exemplifies that without question,” says Jon Loba, President, Frontline Recordings, BMG Americas. “When many questioned his music early on, he was uncompromising and in the process, added an entirely new sound to the genre that many tried to chase, but none could replicate. Today, he registers his 30th No. 1, while continuing to sell out arenas and amphitheaters. We at BMG look forward to him shaping the sound of country music for years to come.”
Aldean recently kicked off his “Full Throttle Tour” with sold-out dates in Ohio, Toronto, and Saratoga Springs, and is bringing his hit-packed show to CMA Fest this week in Nashville as he closes out Nissan Stadium on Thursday night,(June 5), before heading back out on the road in July.
