NEW YORK (By Al Salzillo/ Arms Reach Management) - Critically acclaimed country artist Chad Burdick, will be touring this summer in support of his new release, 'What's In Store.' Dates are being put in place now for an extensive schedule that will include opening act slots as well as headline fair dates through October.
Chad is the hottest country act in the Northeast and has quickly expanded his fan base nationally. He also has interest in Nashville from some top labels as well. Burdick will continue to perform some cover material but will be turning his efforts to writing and performing his own material as well as songs written by some of the hottest writers in Nashville.
Chad Burdick has had a phenomenal year, below are some of the highlights as well as links to song samples and websites.
Garnering an amazing 96,327 votes in 58 Days, Chad Burdick won the award for Best New Country Artist in both January & February 2006 in the New Country Star Online Poll. (www.newcountrystar.com) Burdick's first single from the CD, 'Those Letters' aired on Blair Garner's After MidNite 'Pick It Or Flick It' and was Picked by an overwhelming 73% Picked to 27% Flicked!
Burdick has recently opened shows for national major label recording artists Lee Ann Womack, Phil Vassar, Jamie O'Neal, Chris Cagle, Jeff Bates, Miranda Lambert, Josh Gracin, Billy Currington, Brian McComas, Restless Heart, The Warren Brothers, Charlie Daniels, Andy Griggs, Lee Roy Parnell, The Nashville Star Tour and more!!!
Many radio and industry notables in New England have had great things to say about Chad Burdick and are very supportive of his career.
'Chad is one of the guys you feel really has a shot at the big time. We're excited his career is taking off! Chad has the kind of work ethic needed in today's music industry for success.' Mike Brophey, Program Director WKLB-FM, Country 99.5, Boston, MA
'Chad is a great guy with a great voice. We are happy when the opportunity to have Chad sing presents itself.' Rick Everett, Program Director WCTK-FM, Cat Country 98.1, Providence, RI / New Bedford, MA
"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." Carolyn Kruse, Midday Host, WKLB-FM, Country 99.5, Boston
To get all the latest news about Chad Burdick and his solo career go to www.chadburdick.com
Chad Burdick's Electronic Press Kit Link is www.sonicbids.com/ChadBurdick the kit includes three songs, bio information, downloadable photos and more, or you can visit Chad at www.myspace.com/chadburdick