MUSIC

Since earning a standing ovation as an unknown singer on the Grand Ole Opry stage in 2001 with his impressive delivery of "Long Black Train," he has established himself as one of the most identifiable male vocalists in country music. The Hannah, SC, native has sold more than 4 million albums and garnered two multi-week Number Ones Your Man and Would You Go with Me. His debut album was certified platinum, and his sophomore album, Your Man, was one of only four country albums to reach double-platinum status in 2006. Six years after his Opry debut, he was inducted into the prestigious organization, becoming one of the youngest artists to receive such an honor. His fourth album, Haywire, was released February 9th and his current single "Why Don't We Just Dance" hit #1 on Billboard's Hot Country Singles Chart.