Chas Collins has been named the 2026 Josie Music Awards Rising Star of the Year (Male) at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville.

Florida-based country artist Chas Collins has been named the 2026 Josie Music Awards Rising Star of the Year (Male), receiving the honor September 20th at the historic Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville.

Chas, who recently joined me on ABC7 News at Noon, won Rising Star of the Year, Country Male at the 2026 Josie Music Awards at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville.

Country Artist Chas Collins Earns Three 2026 Josie Music Award Nominations; "Slam Bam" Music Video Celebrates Fourth Nomination with Wife's Acting Recognition

“I went in for a drink and a good time, but that’s not what I got! In ‘This Bar Sucks,’ the bartender turns the night into a stage—and from there, it’s one big surprise after another as everything continues to go downhill. It’s a hilarious train wreck of a night where everything that could go wrong does!” - Chas Collins

Country powerhouse Chas Collins has achieved another major milestone in his rising career: his music has officially been added to the AMI Entertainment Network — the leading commercial music platform and digital jukebox network worldwide.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country artist Chas Collins celebrates faith, freedom, and patriotism in his powerful new single, “ No Place I’d...