Daughtry

Chris Daughtry, the lead vocalist and guitarist for the band Daughtry, has been a prominent figure in the music industry since 2006. The band's self-titled debut album, released on November 21, 2006, included hit songs like "It's Not Over" and "Home" and has been certified 4× Platinum. Daughtry wrote and co-wrote all but two songs on this album. The band's success continued with their second album, "Leave This Town," which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. Throughout their career, Daughtry has collaborated with well-known artists like Chad Kroeger from Nickelback and Ryan Tedder from OneRepublic.

Daughtry's influence extends beyond just music. The band has performed at significant events such as the National Memorial Day Concert in 2012 and the Indianapolis 500 Pre-Race show. They have also supported major acts like Bon Jovi and Nickelback on tour. Daughtry's commitment to philanthropy is evident in their release of an acoustic version of "Rescue Me" for DC Comics' "We Can Be Heroes" initiative. Chris Daughtry even competed as "Rottweiler" on the second season of "The Masked Singer" in December 2019.

In recent years, Daughtry has continued to evolve. The band underwent a label change to Big Machine Records and released their sixth studio album, "Dearly Beloved," in September 2021. Their latest single "Artificial" reached No. 1 on the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart in February 2024. Daughtry announced their next album would be released in two parts, starting in September 2024. With their numerous awards, including the American Music Award for New Artist of the Year in 2007 and multiple BMI Pop Awards, it's clear that Daughtry's impact on the music industry is significant.