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music2 years ago

Jason Aldean Reflects on Controversial Song and Video "Try That in a Small Town"

Country singer Jason Aldean expressed some regret over filming the music video for his song "Try That in a Small Town" in front of a courthouse in Columbia, Tennessee, where a lynching took place in 1927. The video sparked controversy, with critics arguing it promoted white nationalism and portrayed protests against racial injustice as violent. Aldean defended his intentions but acknowledged that he would have chosen a different location if he had known the historical significance. Despite the backlash, the controversy has boosted the song's popularity, reaching Number One on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

via Rolling Stone|
#controversy#courthouse-video#jason-aldean
entertainment2 years ago

Jason Aldean Defends Controversial "Try That in a Small Town" Song and Video

Country music star Jason Aldean stands by his song and music video for "Try That in a Small Town" despite facing controversy. Supporters argue that the song represents small-town values during uncertain times, while critics claim it contains racist undertones and promotes violence. Aldean defends the video, stating that it includes people of all races and does not target a specific group. He also addresses the controversy surrounding the video shoot location, acknowledging that he didn't know about the history of a lynching at the Maury County Courthouse. Aldean admits that he probably wouldn't shoot the video there again, but stands by his intentions and the message of the song.

via CBS News|
#controversy#entertainment#jason-aldean
music2 years ago

Iowa State Fair 2023: Jason Aldean, Ludacris, and the Controversy

Jason Aldean performed at the Iowa State Fair amid controversy surrounding his latest single "Try That in a Small Town." The song has faced criticism for its lyrics and music video, which some believe contain racist undertones. Aldean addressed the backlash during his performance, defending the song and thanking fans for their support. He also announced a new album slated for release in November. The concert drew a crowd of 12,581 attendees.

via Des Moines Register|
#concert#controversy#iowa-state-fair
music2 years ago

"Jason Aldean's Calculated Strategy: Crafting 'Small Town' to Connect with Trump Country"

Jason Aldean's song "Try That in A Small Town" experienced a surge in popularity after the release of its controversial music video, propelling it to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song has faced criticism for promoting gun violence and taking aim at the Black Lives Matter movement. Despite the controversy, the song resonated with a segment of the audience that felt a strong alliance to certain political concepts or being locked out of a system they believe they should be a part of. The success of the song highlights the divide between rural and metropolitan areas and the ongoing racial undertones in music lyrics.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#controversy#country-music#jason-aldean
music2 years ago

Jason Aldean Reflects on Boston Marathon Bombing in 'Try That In A Small Town' Performance

Country singer Jason Aldean defended his song "Try That In A Small Town" during a concert in Massachusetts, linking it to the Boston Marathon bombing. The song has faced criticism for promoting gun violence and lynching. Aldean argued that the message of the song has been misunderstood and is about people acting responsibly, not about race. The music video for the song was pulled from rotation by Country Music Television (CMT) due to its problematic messaging. Despite the controversy, the song has seen an increase in streams and is performing well on music charts. Changes have been made to the video, including the removal of Black Lives Matter protest footage.

via USA TODAY|
#boston-marathon-bombing#controversy#jason-aldean
music2 years ago

Jason Aldean's Controversial Song 'Try That In A Small Town' Sparks Debate and Boston Connection

Country singer Jason Aldean defends his song "Try That In A Small Town" at a Boston show, claiming it's not about race but rather about people getting their act together. The song has faced backlash for its controversial music video and lyrics that some say glorify violence and fuel racism. Aldean argues that the "Boston Strong" mentality, referring to the unity after the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings, aligns with the message of the song. He also mentions that footage related to Black Lives Matter protests was removed from the video for legal reasons. The song has surged to the No. 2 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

via Daily Mail|
#boston-strong#controversy#jason-aldean
music2 years ago

"Jason Aldean's 'Try That in a Small Town' Sparks Controversy and Charts at No. 2"

Jason Aldean's song "Try That in a Small Town" has surged to No. 2 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart after a week of controversy surrounding its music video. The video, which depicts scenes of violent protests and has been criticized as a thinly veiled attack on the Black Lives Matter movement, was pulled from rotation on Country Music Television. Aldean has denied any racist intent and defended himself against accusations of promoting violence. The song's consumption metrics spiked, with a significant increase in sales and streams. Aldean's last song to crack the Top 10 of the mainstream Hot 100 chart was in 2011.

via The New York Times|
#billboard#cancel-culture#controversy
music2 years ago

Jason Aldean Defends Controversial Music Video Amid Backlash

Country singer Jason Aldean addressed the controversy surrounding his song "Try That in a Small Town" during a live performance in Cincinnati, slamming critics and condemning cancel culture. Aldean defended his right to express his opinion and expressed his love for America, stating that he wants to see the country restored to its former state. The song's music video had faced backlash for being shot in a location associated with a lynching, and critics found problematic undertones in the lyrics. Aldean thanked his fans for their support and will continue his tour.

via New York Daily News|
#cancel-culture#controversy#jason-aldean
music2 years ago

Jason Aldean's Controversial Lyrics and CMT's Potential Bud Light Situation

Jason Aldean addresses the controversy surrounding his song "Try That in a Small Town" during his concert in Cincinnati, stating that everyone is entitled to their opinion but that doesn't mean it's true. He expresses his love for America and his desire to see it restored to its former state. Aldean acknowledges the support he received from country music fans and criticizes cancel culture. The song's music video, featuring controversial imagery, was pulled by CMT after three days of airing.

via Billboard|
#backlash#cincinnati-concert#controversy
music2 years ago

Jason Aldean's Controversial Song Sparks Backlash and Debate

Country star Jason Aldean is facing widespread criticism for his new song and video, "Try That in a Small Town," which includes threats of violence against police protesters. The video features footage of protesters facing off against police, and the filming location has a history of racial violence. Country Music Television has removed the video from its channel, and Aldean has defended the song, stating that it is about community and not race. Critics argue that promoting violence is not representative of small-town or American values.

via The Guardian|
#controversy#criticism#jason-aldean