Chris Daughtry rocked to fame as a popular contestant on the 5th season of American Idol through his talents as an accomplished singer and guitarist. Originally auditioning for the series with “The Letter” by Joe Cocker, Chris Daughtry brought to American Idol a sense of maturity and a traditional rock vocal style as well as a warm personality that was appreciated by judges and viewers alike. Many were surprised to see him exit the competition in fourth place, since his performances of hits such as “I Walk the Line” and “What If” received great acclaim for having both passion and vocal presence. A gifted vocalist and capable guitarist, Chris Daughtry has an inimitable charm and unique style of rock performance that should not be missed.

Born in North Carolina and raise in Virginia, Chris Daughtry is married and a devoted family man. Playing guitar and performing concerts throughout high school, Daughtry already has a successful career as a musician, notably becoming lead singer of popular Burlington act Absent Element in 2004. His clear appreciation of classic rock music and his enthusiasm for live performance were expressed throughout his run on American Idol, so tickets to see Chris Daughtry provide a unique popular rock experience.