Tyler Childers at Pine Knob Music Theatre

Tyler Childers broke out in 2017 with his debut studio album ‘Purgatory.’ Since then, he has amassed a large fan base all over the world with six studio albums and several EPs. He wasn’t always this famous though! When he was younger, he picked up singing in church and joined the choir there. Around the age of 13, he began playing the guitar and crafting his own songs. He attended Lawrence County High School before transferring to Paintsville in Johnson County, Kentucky, where he graduated in 2009. Fun fact: Johnson County has produced other notable country musicians like Chris Stapleton, Loretta Lynn, and Crystal Gayle. Cool, right?

With the attention from ‘Purgatory,’ Tyler Childers received recognition for his talent when he was honored with the Emerging Artist of the Year award at the 2018 Americana Music Honors & Awards. Now, he’s bigger than ever. He just released his album ‘Rustin' in the Rain’ - and it’s the epitome of pure heart and honesty. North Texas Daily even called it “an education in honest songwriting”!

From the first single ‘In Your Love,’ it’s like a breath of fresh air. Tyler Childers wasn’t shy about exploring queer themes, which he made crystal clear in the music video. It emphasized the secret love between two male coal miners. The connection between these two guys helps them stand strong against all the persecution they face. And the best part is that Tyler doesn't throw away country music traditions; he blends this radical message with that classic country vibe.

In an interview with Rolling Stone, James (who starred as ½ of the same-sex couple in the music video) shared, “For those kids growing up in those places, it’s like, ‘If I’m so wrong and broken and sick, why is Tyler Childers writing a song about the endurance of my love?’” He added, “In this day and age where everything is so muddied and watered down and confused, Tyler has real, tangible power and desire to heal people and fix things. There’s only, like, six other people I can think of like that right now.”

You’re definitely going to hear ‘In Your Love’ live when Tyler Childers lands in your area! Even more songs from the album ‘Rustin' in the Rain’ will surely be there too. So, don’t miss out on this opportunity! Grab your tickets to the show today!