Troy Olsen
Appearance
Troy Olsen | |
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Born | [1] Morenci, Arizona, U.S. | July 12, 1973
Origin | Duncan, Arizona, U.S. |
Genres | Country |
Occupation | Singer-songwriter |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
Years active | 2009–present |
Labels | EMI Nashville |
Troy Olsen (born July 12, 1973) is an American country music singer-songwriter signed to EMI Nashville, a sister label to Capitol Records Nashville. He co-wrote Blake Shelton's 2009 single "I'll Just Hold On" and Tim McGraw's "Ghost Town Train," a cut from the album Southern Voice.[2][3]
Olsen released his debut single, "Summer Thing," in April 2010, followed by a digital self-titled extended play on May 11.[4] "Summer Thing" debuted at No. 57 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts dated for the week ending May 15, 2010. Olsen wrote the song with Ben Hayslip and Jimmy Yeary.[5]
Discography
Extended plays
Title | Album details |
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Troy Olsen EP |
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Troy Olsen EP No. 2 |
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Singles
Year | Single | Peak positions | Album |
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US Country | |||
2010 | "Summer Thing" | 35 | Troy Olsen EP |
"Good Hands" | 36 | Troy Olsen EP No. 2 |
Music videos
Year | Video | Director |
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2010 | "Summer Thing" | Potsy Ponciroli |
"Good Hands" | Jim Wright |
References
- ^ Azstarnet.com: Troy Olsen Bio
- ^ "Troy Olsen, More Than a 'Summer Thing'". Broadcast Music Incorporated. 22 April 2010. Retrieved 11 May 2010.
- ^ Taylor, Rebecca (22 April 2010). "Musician Troy Olsen makes Tucson proud". KVOA. Retrieved 11 May 2010.
- ^ Bonaguro, Alison (11 May 2010). "Troy Olsen arrives early on Ghost Town Train". CMT. Retrieved 11 May 2010.
- ^ Lesemann, T. Ballard. "Troy Olsen brings country to the 'Jammer". Charleston City Paper. Retrieved 13 August 2010.