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My personal dive into the Jason Aldean's song "Try That In a Small Town" controversy was unexpected, but it unveiled a significant debate buzzing across Twitter and beyond. This episode uncovers the many layers of why this country song has stirred quite a storm, and the hard truths we unearth might just surprise you. We sift through Aldean's past controversies and the potential knock-on effects on his current reputation, hitting on his alleged infidelity and his polarizing stance on COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join us as we dissect every line of Aldean's contentious song, delving into the narrative of the music video and Aldean's reactions (or lack thereof) to the criticism. We talk about the article by Destiny Stark, a content creator and activist, who illuminates the importance of solid, factual information and the alarming backlash she faced for merely participating in this discourse. We discuss the potential harmful implications of the video's use of international and stock footage and how it could be seen as a dangerous promotion of violence, racism, and ultra-nationalism.

Lastly, we examine the broader implications of this controversy on Aldean's reputation and the country music genre. We also draw comparisons with other artists' works tackling similar themes and how they differ in their approach. We wrap up with an exciting update about the start of our new season and a fresh name for our show. Brace yourself as we traverse this intricate web of songs, racism, and difficult conversations.

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(0:00:00) - Hidden Meanings in Jason Aldean's Song
(0:04:55) - Aldean's Controversies and Racist Song
(0:19:34) - Analysis of Jason Aldean's Controversial Song
(0:28:36) - Controversy Over Audine's Song and Video
(0:43:32) - Racism in Country Song Debate
(0:57:21) - Examining Songs, Racism, and Conversations
(1:07:36) - Show Updates and Message of Unity

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Jason Aldean

Jason's Tweet

Wikipedia

Try that in a small Town Video

Statement at Cincinnati concert

Articles used in this episode

Jason Aldean’s Most Controversial Moments: Cheating Scandal, ‘Try That in a Small Town’ Drama, More

Opinion: Jason Aldean can’t rewrite the history his song depends on

TikTok sleuths discover Jason Aldean's music video of protest footage features multiple clips from demonstrations outside the US

The grim history of the courthouse in Jason Aldean’s new music video

CMT Faces Boycott Calls After Pulling Controversial Jason Aldean Song


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