A story by Paula Fetterolf, Albion Area Fair Special Events Chairman

Have I got a story to tell you about how Josh Turner came to be at the Albion Area Fair! I was in Nashville at the Grand Ole Opry on December 21, 2001, the night Josh Turner made his debut. As Josh began to sing, the crowd was drawn to his deep baritone voice. Josh received two standing ovations for his song “Long Black Train” that night.

I had just finished my first year as entertainment chairman for the fair and I knew I wanted Josh at our fair. I exchanged numbers with a Nashville agent and she tried to track down information on Josh and once at home I tried the internet but nothing was ever found.

When “Long Black Train” hit the radio stations in 2003, it was like déjà vu — Where had I heard that song before? I immediately went to the internet and as I read his bio I knew I had found the person I was searching for two years earlier. I dialed MCA Records in Nashville directly and after talking with Josh Turner’s agent I had sealed the deal.

If you are a true fan of Josh Turner you already know what a sensational voice he has and the impact his song “Long Black Train” has had on the Country and Christian music industry. This song broke the Radio & Records record by becoming the longest running country single in their history by spending 39 weeks on their chart! It was also only 4 weeks short of breaking Billboard’s Country Chart record by spending 44 weeks on their charts. The single was certified GOLD in just 12 weeks! The newest hit released is “What It Ain’t”. You can check out Josh at www.joshturner.com or purchase his CD “Long Black Train” to hear more great hits.

As your Special Events Chairman, I guarantee you won’t want to miss this show! From the first few notes you will know why Josh Turner is making it big!