Joe Don Rooney

American singer-songwriter and guitarist

Joe Don Rooney - American singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born

September 13th, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Rooney is a singer-songwriter and guitarist, primarily recognized as a member of the country music band Rascal Flatts. The group formed in 1999 and achieved significant commercial success, releasing numerous hit albums and singles. The band has frequently topped the country music charts and has won multiple awards, including several Academy of Country Music Awards.

Co-founded the band Rascal Flatts

Released hit songs like 'Bless the Broken Road'

Won multiple Academy of Country Music Awards

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