Brett Eldredge is one of the hottest names in country music right now. He is even nominated for the ACM award for male vocalist of the year this year. The nomination is very well earned. This guy is one of the nice guys in the business and is one heck of a performer.

I first heard Brett when he released the incredibly moving song "Raymond". I was so blown away by the lyrics of that song that I was quoted in trade magazines as saying that song is what I love about country music..it makes you FEEL. Brett read my comments and actually picked up the phone and called me to thank me. I knew right then that this guy had something special. He wasn't just a great singer, he was a genuinely kind human. I had never had an artist do that before.

Brett has continued to put out hit after hit and has now reached the status that he deserves. He is living proof that hard work and kindness can pay off big time.

Today Brett turns 30 years old and we wish him the happiest of celebrations today. Good luck at the ACM Awards Brett. You deserve a win. Happy birthday!

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