Punching Bag

As a family man, a philanthropist, a devoted Christian, and a passionate sports fan, you might say Josh Turner's commitments run as deep as his voice. Of course, he's also a double-platinum-selling singer, songwriter and disciple of traditional country music, a mentor to up-and-coming artists and one of the youngest members of the Grand Ole Opry. All of those layers construct Josh's new album, PUNCHING BAG. His fifth for MCA Nashville, the record is a knockout collection of bluegrass-influenced barnburners, lonesome laments, and the slow and steady love ballads on which Josh's trademark baritone excels.