Eric Church is celebrating his birthday today! Considered as one of the most sought-after country musicians of his generation, the singer has been releasing albums and songs for nearly two decades now. In honor of his birthday, let's take a look a his music career, early life, net worth, and more.
Born Kenneth Eric Church on May 3, 1977, the musician is now 46 years old. The southern rock singer spent his early days in Granite Falls, North Carolina.
It appears that the musician has a knack in music since he was a kid as he started writing songs, and along with it, has been playing his guitar since he was at the age of 13.
Years later, while studying high school, he got a gig at a local bar where he played his tracks and Jimmy Buffet covers in front of a sold-out crowd. He later joined a band called "Mountain Boys" with his brother, roommate, and another guitarist.
Eric Church Pursued His Music Career by Moving to Nashville
Later in life, he graduated from the Appalachian State University with a marketing degree. Shortly after finishing his studies, he became engaged to a Spanish teacher from a small town in North Carolina.
The father of his fiancée tried telling him to take the corporate path, but he rejected as he wanted to pursue music.
Unfortunately, the woman broke off their engagement and Church decided to move to Nashville in order to follow his dreams. With his father's blessing and financial support, the singer continued pursuing his passion.
Fortunately, things worked out the way he wanted them to, as the country musician became famous later in life and would release several albums over the next years.
Due to his hardwork in the music industry, Eric Church's net worth as of 2023 is estimated to be over $14 million, thanks to album sales, tours, and more. (via Celebrity Net Worth)
Eric Church Tour 2023
The "Stick That In Your Country Song" singer will be travelling across the United States later this year for a tour titled "The Outsiders Revival Tour."
His supporting acts are some of the biggest names in the country scene like Jelly Roll, Whiskey Myers, Cody Jinks, Ashley McBryde, Elle King, Parker McCollum, and many more.
Eric Church's series of shows will kick off in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on June 22, 2023. Tickets are still available via Ticketmaster. (via The Tennessean)
For fans who are interested in seeing the musician perform live with his special guests, more information about the complete tour dates, tickets, and VIP passes, can be found on his official website.
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