A new version of the John Anderson classic 'Swingin'' appears in the upcoming movie 'Super Zeroes.' The legendary country singer re-cut the song with Colt Ford and created a song that truly blends the two singer's unique styles. During an interview shared exclusively with Taste of Country, Ford and Anderson explain the history of the song and the new recording.
Chances are Colt Ford is walking around with a big ol’ smile spread across his face today. The country rapper’s fourth studio album, ‘Declaration of Independence,’ hit stores last week, and the numbers are in. Fans proved once again that they love them some Colt Ford — the album debuted at No. 1 on the country album’s chart.
On previous albums, Colt Ford backed himself into a tight corner, insisting he’s not rap while spitting rap-like messages of country life, love and fun. The singer admits that by aiming to please everyone, he left most feeling a few bites short of a full meal. This isn’t a problem on ‘Declaration of Independence.’
Colt Ford turns down the tempo in his latest video for ‘Back,’ with country superstar Jake Owen providing lead vocals for the slow-burning country-rap tune. Directed by Potsy Ponciroli, the clip features Ford going “back” to basics, returning to his hometown of Athens, Ga. to reminisce about the good old days.
There’s a moment in just about every Colt Ford single when one braces for the Georgia born songwriter’s hip-hop-country delivery. “How far from center will he travel,” one wonders — with trepidation or excitement, depending on perspective. On ‘Back,’ his new single with Jake Owen on the chorus, Ford is in the upper bowl of the arena as Owen puts on a show at center stage.
May 1, 2012 We continue our "Get to Know Ya" series with one of the most unique artists in country music these days, Colt Ford. You may know Colt as one of the co-writers of the massive hit "Dirt Road Anthem" (as made famous by Jason Aldean). Colt (and friends) will be performing in Shelbina this Saturday night and we appreciate him taking some time to visit with us.
