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Favorite New Male Vocalist
In a time of artificial appearances and computer-generated performances, Chad Burdick is the real deal. “One of my childhood mentors told me God had blessed me with a wonderful voice,” the performer proclaims. “He told me that whatever I did in life that singing needed to be a part of it.” Now, with that voice, combined with a humble yet un-relentless ambition, those words from childhood have given Chad a passion that shines through like a pure ray of sunlight to his audiences.
Chad Arthur Burdick was born on April 10, in Groton, Massachusetts. His childhood consisted of the normal activities such as school and household chores. More emphasized however for Chad was music. “My father used to play both the piano and the guitar at family gatherings and parties. I used to watch him with such awe and amazement and it was through him that I first realized my dream was to perform in front of people.”
Inspiration also came to Chad in the form of the King himself. “I would be all alone in my room listening to the old 8-tracks of Elvis Presley that my father had. I would sing and dance along to the songs and I would imagine a large audience in front of me on my wall.” I remember doing this for hours at a time. My friends would want to go out and get into trouble after school but I just loved to stay home and sing.
In his early teens Chad’s parents moved the family to Naples, Florida. His parents split up and his mother remarried soon after. Making sense of it all really was hard. “I was the kid that said my parents will never divorce”. While adjusting to his new home and step-father, tragedy struck, Chad’s real father died of a heart attack. Although life was tough to understand, and he sometimes felt like he was in a tailspin, Chad never forgot about his love of music. He continued singing throughout his adolescence, and in high school, where he also pursued football, his other ambition. Chad’s dreams of performing were to be put on an irrevocable hold when he received a football scholarship to Sterling College in Kansas. He played four games there as a quarterback before receiving a devastating injury to his shoulder that ended his football career.
Returning home to Florida, Chad found himself with drive, but no direction. His stepfather, a naval officer, suggested the military. Before long, he was enlisted in the air force. There he spent years stationed in Phoenix, as well as Fairbanks Alaska. “My service in the military really opened my eyes; to the world and to myself. I really grew up a lot in that short time.” Phoenix in particular opened up Chad’s eyes to the live country music circuit. It was there Chad saw an environment full of raw energy that began to rekindle the flames of his desire to be on stage. Chad began to develop an affinity for country artists such as Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, and George Strait. “There is something traditional and wholesome that I love about country music. I find that the [country] artists really focus on personal lyrics, strong values, and music that really connect with people’s lives.”
Chad has opened for such names as, Lee Ann Womack, Jeff Bates, Charlie Daniels, Miranda Lambert, Brian McComas, Billy Currington, Josh Gracin, Restless Heart, The Warren Brothers, Phil Vassar, Andy Griggs, Julie Roberts, Jamie O'Neal, The Nashville Star Tour, and more.
Visit Chad Burdick
http://www.sonicbids.com/ChadBurdick
For Booking Info Contact:
Al Salzillo
401-949-2004
Comments From Fans
Michelle ....Chad is #1 in my eyes.. Through and through -- an all out sell out guy... Those words come from his heart and should be on his way to Nashville as #1 male vocalist soon..
Love ya Chad!!
Karen D. ...The biggest and brightest upcoming star
is Chad Burdick.
Dave B. ... It's so nice to have music that you can relate to; there's something special about a song that can draw you in and make you feel better, even it is is just for a few minutes.
It makes it worth listening to.
That is what Chad Burdick
and Aaron Watson do.
Crystal B. ... " I am very glad to know there is a website to help expose such wonderful talent. Chad, all of your fans are so proud of you! "
Jodi ... " I saw Chad Burdick play at the Fall River Celebrates America Festival in Massachusetts last summer. To say the show was amazing would be the biggest understatement of the year. He had all 8000 plus of us on our feet, dancing and singing. What energy and charisma. "
Linda B. ... " I think Chad Burdick deserves to go to Nashville and get a record deal.
I believe he could be a superstar! "
Ronnie T. ... " He is awesome ! "
Karen and Jennifer D. ... " My daughter and I have had several opportunities to see Chad perform. Let me say that he is absolutely headed for stardom. In addition, he is very down to earth, friendly and genuine. We have every confidence that he will be at the Country Music Awards this year... "
Kyla ... " UNCLE CHAD YOU ROCK! "
Doris P. ... " Good Luck Chad ! "
Alicia C. ... " Chad Burdick is the package. The whole enchilada. He has the talent, the looks, the presence and the attitude to be a contender in Nashville. Besides that he's a nice guy, and showbiz could always use a few more nice guys like Vince Gill, Garth Brooks, Steve Wariner....Chad is a class act. "
Sharon C. ... " Chad Burdick is one of the best rising stars, I have seen in a while, other than on TV, He has the voice, the look, Remarkable stage presence, He is a True Entertainer in every sense of the word. On top of all that, He is True Country, just a really nice person, trying to make a living and raising up a beautiful Family. He is just an all around Good Guy, Great entertainer. I cant say enough good about Him. Thank you ! Sincerely, Sharon "
Al S. ... " Chad Burdick's New CD, "What's In Store" is killer, check out Without You!!!! "
