When country performer Chas Collins steps on stage,
it’s no secret why he is one of the most sought after
artists on the national touring circuit today. Whether
it’s his signature vocals, his high energy stage show, or
watching the 6’ 6” cowboy step onto the dance floor to
stir the crowd up even more, he makes it happen and
people notice.
“Our clientele have raved about his performance, and
have requested his return every time we have had the
chance. He is one of the best performers I have ever
seen,” said Bobby Pollard, entertainment coordinator
for a recent venue. As a consequence, I have booked him
several times in the near future.”
Chas was born and raised in Belle Chasse, Louisiana,
where music was always a part of his life. He visited
Nashville a few years ago to record his first CD at
Magic Tracks Studio.
it’s no secret why he is one of the most sought after
artists on the national touring circuit today. Whether
it’s his signature vocals, his high energy stage show, or
watching the 6’ 6” cowboy step onto the dance floor to
stir the crowd up even more, he makes it happen and
people notice.
“Our clientele have raved about his performance, and
have requested his return every time we have had the
chance. He is one of the best performers I have ever
seen,” said Bobby Pollard, entertainment coordinator
for a recent venue. As a consequence, I have booked him
several times in the near future.”
Chas was born and raised in Belle Chasse, Louisiana,
where music was always a part of his life. He visited
Nashville a few years ago to record his first CD at
Magic Tracks Studio.
Released in 2005, They Wanna Hang a Bad Boy sold just over 400 copies in the first few weeks. Then the
hurricane hit.
The remaining 600 copies of the CD were lost after Katrina, along with nearly everything Chas owned.
But that didn't stop him. It just made him work harder. Determined to follow his dream, he headed for
Nashville with nothing but a few changes of clothes and the money in his pocket.
Determined to follow his dream, he headed for Nashville with nothing but a few changes of clothes and the
money in his pocket. Over the next two years he put together his current band made up of talented
musicians: Bob Huston (lead guitar, slide guitar, and b/g vocals), Brett Smith (electric guitar and b/g
vocals), Carl Melberg (bass guitar and b/g vocals), and Rob Pate (drums and percussion) and started
touring full time. Within the first three years they have played over 400 shows and a total of 24 states.
The boys have opened for A-list national acts such as Luke Bryan, Bucky Covington, David Ball, and
Hotel California.
These days, Chas is working harder than ever at doing what he loves. He covers his hard hitting originals,
current country hits, a touch of rock and crowd pleasing favorites. He and his band are currently working
with legendary producer Gary “Brotherman” Branchaud on their second album and Mike Bower’s
Entertainment booking agency.
“There is no doubt in my mind that a record deal is in the near future for this young country artist,” said
producer Butch Johnson from Magic Tracks Studio. “He’s just good to be overlooked for
long.”
hurricane hit.
The remaining 600 copies of the CD were lost after Katrina, along with nearly everything Chas owned.
But that didn't stop him. It just made him work harder. Determined to follow his dream, he headed for
Nashville with nothing but a few changes of clothes and the money in his pocket.
Determined to follow his dream, he headed for Nashville with nothing but a few changes of clothes and the
money in his pocket. Over the next two years he put together his current band made up of talented
musicians: Bob Huston (lead guitar, slide guitar, and b/g vocals), Brett Smith (electric guitar and b/g
vocals), Carl Melberg (bass guitar and b/g vocals), and Rob Pate (drums and percussion) and started
touring full time. Within the first three years they have played over 400 shows and a total of 24 states.
The boys have opened for A-list national acts such as Luke Bryan, Bucky Covington, David Ball, and
Hotel California.
These days, Chas is working harder than ever at doing what he loves. He covers his hard hitting originals,
current country hits, a touch of rock and crowd pleasing favorites. He and his band are currently working
with legendary producer Gary “Brotherman” Branchaud on their second album and Mike Bower’s
Entertainment booking agency.
“There is no doubt in my mind that a record deal is in the near future for this young country artist,” said
producer Butch Johnson from Magic Tracks Studio. “He’s just good to be overlooked for
long.”
