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United States Eddie Montgomery is a prominent American country music artist, recognized for his significant contributions to the genre as part of the duo Montgomery Gentry and his subsequent solo career.
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Request A ShowEddie Montgomery has been named Brand Ambassador for Southern Kentucky Distillery. Founded by three Kentucky natives, the distillery is proud to have Montgomery, who brings his Southern roots and rugged authenticity.
Cracker Barrel restaurants released an exclusive compilation titled 'For Our Heroes,' which included some of Montgomery Gentry's hits. The restaurant chain donated a portion of all profits from the album to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Gerald Edward “Eddie” Montgomery was born on September 30, 1963, in Danville, Kentucky. His musical journey began early, playing drums in his parents’ band, Harold Montgomery and the Kentucky River Express, at the age of 13. In 1990, Montgomery co-founded the band Early Tymz, which included his younger brother, John Michael Montgomery, and Troy Gentry. After Early Tymz, the trio briefly performed as Young Country before John Michael Montgomery pursued a solo career. Eddie Montgomery reunited with Troy Gentry to form Deuce, which later became Montgomery Gentry in 1999, signing with Columbia Records’ Nashville division.
Montgomery Gentry quickly established themselves in the country music scene, releasing their debut single “Hillbilly Shoes” in early 1999 and the album “Tattoos & Scars.” This album, certified platinum in 2001, showcased their Southern rock-influenced sound. The duo achieved significant commercial success with numerous chart singles, including five number 1 hits: “If You Ever Stop Loving Me,” “Something to Be Proud Of,” “Lucky Man,” “Back When I Knew It All,” and “Roll with Me.” Their albums “My Town” (2002) and “You Do Your Thing” (2004) also reached platinum status. Throughout their career, Montgomery Gentry received consistent recognition, winning Favorite New Artist—Country at the American Music Awards in 1999 and being named Duo of the Year by both the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association in 2000. They were inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 2009, a testament to their enduring impact on country music.
Following the tragic death of Troy Gentry in a helicopter crash in September 2017, Eddie Montgomery continued to tour and release music under the Montgomery Gentry name, honoring his late partner’s legacy. He released the album “Here’s to You” in 2018, which featured completed tracks prior to Gentry’s passing. Subsequent releases included “20 Years of Hits” (2018) and “Outskirts” (2019), continuing to commemorate their collaborative work. In 2021, Montgomery embarked on a solo career, releasing his studio album “Ain’t No Closing Me Down,” demonstrating his ongoing commitment to music while maintaining the Montgomery Gentry touring tradition with a backing band.
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