Craig Morgan Biography

Craig Morgan released "This Ole Boy" in 2012, an album marking more than 10 years since the release of his self-titled debut album back in 2000.

As an artist, he's been a mainstay on the charts with an impressive body of work that includes fourteen Top Ten hits -- including fan-favorites "Redneck Yacht Club," "Almost Home," "That's What I Love About Sunday," and "Tough." As a performer, he's entertained countless fans in every corner of the globe. And as a country star, he's reached what many consider the pinnacle of his profession when on a cool October evening in 2008 he became a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Yet despite not only surviving but thriving for over a decade in a cut-throat industry that is known for chewing up and spitting out talent, Craig Morgan is an artist who is still humble, hopeful, and hungry to continue making his mark in country music.

Having made the initial choice to steer clear of a career in music, Morgan racked up a working-man's resume taking on work as an EMT, a contractor, a sheriff's deputy, and a Wal-Mart assistant dairy manager. Additionally, he is extremely proud of his nearly two decades of service to our U.S. military, including over 10 years of active duty serving in the Army's 101st and 82nd Airborne Divisions, followed by another nine years in the Reserves serving well into his music career.

Since leaving the military, he's remained an enthusiastic supporter, travelling into some of the most dangerous places on earth to entertain our troops. "I was one of the first artists to go into Afghanistan," says Morgan, who received the 2006 USO Merit Award for his tireless support, an honor also awarded to Steven Spielberg, Elizabeth Taylor and Bob Hope. "Right after the invasion, they were still sweeping up glass in Kandahar in the airport. I get to give those men and women a little piece of home. It really does make a difference."

His diverse life experiences forged an appreciative approach to hard work that would serve him well as a country music artist. "Whether I was working at Wal-Mart or as a police officer, I enjoyed what I did," says Morgan. "And I could go right back to that today. I'm going to make whatever I'm doing interesting and fun. I've always tried to look at this like, 'It's a job. And I'm blessed to have it.'"

Morgan might not punch a clock anymore, but he still puts in plenty of overtime. His schedule is packed with live shows, touring with Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, LeAnn Rimes, Brad Paisley and Trace Adkins, and consistently sells out headlining dates. He is also a competitive dirt bike racer in the Mid-South Hare Scramble Series and, most importantly, a dedicated family man.

And in 2010, Morgan didn't just put more on his plate. He added a new meal.

Meet Craig Morgan. TV star.

Debuting in June of 2010 on the Outdoor Channel, "Craig Morgan: All Access Outdoors" is a 30-minute reality show that offers fans a fly on the wall look at Craig's extreme lifestyle at home, touring and in the great outdoors: hunting, aerial bow fishing, bungee jumping and skydiving. It didn't take long to find an avid audience. In its first season it quickly became the networks No. 1 rated Saturday morning hunting show.

While fans certainly enjoy his Saturday morning television adventures, the reason they fell in love with the man is because of his music. In early 2011, Craig signed with Black River Entertainment and began to record "This Ole Boy." Once again, Morgan took a hands-on producing role along with long-time co-producer Phil O'Donnell.

Morgan continues to prove he's a writer who is one of the best in the business at painting a picture with a song. "Writing was actually my first love," says Morgan. "I left the Army to be a songwriter. I knew I could make money writing songs. I didn't know I could make money being a singer."

As the 10-year mark offers Morgan a chance to look back on the twists and turns of the winding road he's travelled to get here, the man can't help but be overwhelmed by the role fate -- and faith -- have played to keep him on the right path.

"I've always felt that I've been very blessed," says Morgan. "There's someone much more important than me in charge of this. Because if you look at where I came from and the things that had to happen for me to be here, there is absolutely no way anyone could have planned this."

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