Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Billy Currington burst onto the country scene in 2003 with his critically acclaimed self-titled release. Two albums later and many concerts later, Currington continues to make a name for himself with hit songs and festival anthems.
CMT recently reviewed California’s Stagecoach festival and wrote praises of his performance:
Billy Currington proved to be a wise choice to join the Stagecoach lineup. So many of his songs could have been the event’s official anthem — “People Are Crazy” (painted on numerous T-shirts and tailgates), “Swimming in Summertime” (lots of bathing suits but no pool in sight) and “Don’t” (as in, “Honey, should I keep doing drunken handstands even though that guy behind me is trying to watch the show?”). Currington’s new single fits the bill, too — an easygoing tune called “Pretty Good at Drinking Beer.”
Recently nominated for the 2010 CMT Music Awards for Male Video of the Year for hit single, “People Are Crazy,” 2010 is a promising one for Currington. Additionally, he was just added to Carrie Underwood’s upcoming fall tour.
With his relatable, reflective lyrics and soothing vocals, Currington proves to be a force to watch in the country music scene. Songs like passionate ballad “Must Be Doin’ Something Right” and the fun, life-affirming “People Are Crazy” in which he sings, “God is great/Beer is good/And people are crazy” leave an impact on the listener.
For more on Currington, visit his Web site and watch some videos below.
“People Are Crazy”
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“Party For Two” with Shania Twain
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“Must Be Doin’ Something Right”
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