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Country music star, singer, songwriter and acclaimed producer John Rich has signed on to find the next “Nashville Star.” Rich will be one of the judges and mentors on NBC’s music competition series and his experience on and off the stage is sure to put some heat on the budding artists. The Texas native, most recently known as one half of the multi-platinum Warner Bros. Records duo, Big & Rich, has been honing his writing skills for years. He has made a name for himself as an artist in his own right, a producer, and an award-winning songwriter. In addition to his accolades as a performer and songwriter, Rich has helped other artists catapult to stardom along the way. Currently named one of People Magazine’s most powerful people in the music industry, John has managed to create his own musical movement better known as the “MuzikMafia.” Several years ago, Rich, Big Kenny, and a group of friends began playing out together. What started out as a group of musicians throwing casual jam sessions at a local Nashville haunt, evolved into a band of brothers (and sisters) – the MuzikMafia. Gradually, the movement turned into one of the most exciting scenes in Nashville. Other founding members include multi-platinum selling artist, and ACM female vocalist of the year, Gretchen Wilson, Warner Bros. Records artists James Otto, who debuted 3 on the Top 200 chart in April 2008 and Cowboy Troy. Eventually it led to the pairing of John Rich and Big Kenny – thus creating Big & Rich. While John is hard at work on his own career, a solo record scheduled to be released this Fall, he is simultaneously working to further the careers of other members of the MuzikMafia and artistic community. He co-produced not only his own Big & Rich record Horse Of A Different Color, but Gretchen Wilson’s first and second records, Cowboy Troy and James Otto’s current records, Randy Owen of Alabama’s first solo record, and Jewel’s first country record, to name a few. Rich’s writing credits include the Gretchen Wilson hits “When I Think About Cheatin’” and “Here For The Party” as well as her ACM award-winning single of the year “Redneck Woman.” Rich also wrote Faith Hill’s smash hit single “Mississippi Girl” and co-wrote the majority of the songs on Cowboy Troy and Jason Aldean’s latest albums and co-wrote Big & Rich’s 1 single, “Lost In This Moment”. He also had past cuts on Martina McBride, Clay Walker, and Aaron Tippin’s albums. Rich currently lives in Nashville.

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"Shuttin' Detroit Down" on iTunes Now!

JR's runaway smash "Shuttin' Detroit Down" is now available on iTunes! Check it out at the link below and be sure to leave some good reviews of the song!...

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Dec 12, 08:22 PM

I Love the Song "Shutting Detriot Down"!!! When i first saw the video, It gave me chill bumbs. And brought a tear to me. This song is so true. Just knowing that something like this is going on my life time, Mind boggling. They will get there own. I think your an amazing person for doing this song and speaking your mind......Thank you. Keep it up.
Julie N
Oct 09, 09:35 AM

Check out John Rich in Schick Sleigh Bells Rock. Watch his videos and hear his songs at http://www.sleighbellsrock.com
Sep 27, 08:17 AM

Adam Joseph Gagne Looking for a video of Lost in this Moment from the July 2, 2009 show at the MGM in Foxwoods. My wife and I were pick to dance on stage and it would mean so much if I could get this for her. Thank you.
Sep 19, 07:04 AM

John Rich is a "GREAT AMERICAN"..........I enjoyed watching you on Hannity......Keep sticking it to 'em bro.....
Sep 17, 12:31 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOhWJhBcpM8 Save the American Farmer!
Sep 17, 12:27 AM

John, I have been a fan since your early days as B&R but after watching you this year on Hannity I have become a fan for life! Shuttin' Detroit Down is the most powerful and truthful song of the year! I made this video to help the farmers in Central Valley, CA with their artificial, congress imposed water crisis. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOhWJhBcpM8 Please take a look... I hope to spread the word of the cause and save the American Farmer! God bless America!
kcsunapee
Sep 05, 08:04 AM

Hey John. I was a huge B&R fan until you came on stage in NH last week wearing that disgusting fur coat. I left after the first tune and returned my T-shirt to the merch booth for a refund. I won't be buying any more CDs or concert tickets unless you give up the fur.
Aug 31, 08:13 PM

Cummins Filtration in Lake Mills, Iowa is shipping 400 of the 510 jobs to Mexico. In a town of about 2,100 and a county that already has one of the highest unemployment rates in Iowa, this is going to be devastating. I almost feel that Detroit could be switched out with Lake Mills! You could come and play a concert in our neck of the woods!