"Small Town Throwdown" is a song co-written and recorded by American

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singer

Brantley Gilbert Brantley Keith Gilbert (born January 20, 1985) is an American country rock singer, songwriter and record producer from Jefferson, Georgia. He was originally signed to Colt Ford's label, Average Joes Entertainment, where he released ''Modern Day ...

as a collaboration with

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and

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. It was released in May 2014 as the second single from his third studio album '' Just as I Am''. The song has sold 417,000 copies in the U.S. as of October 2014. Sales figure give
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Critical reception

An uncredited ''

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'' review stated that "The song — penned by Gilbert and the Peach Pickers — is built to be performed live. Raw energy will make it a hit, as the four aren’t breaking new ground lyrically. For all the talk of a more sentimental album after one or two high-profile news events in Gilbert’s life, the first two singles seem to introduce a very loud, rebellious record. That’s likely a relief to fans who save money all year to see him take the stage."

Music video

The music video was directed by

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and premiered in August 2014. UFC Hall of Famer Chuck Liddell plays a supporting role as the boss from hell.

Chart performance

Year-end charts

Certifications

References

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