Frankie Ballard

Frankie Ballard's authentic country voice and exceptional guitar skills have made him one of the most promising up-and-coming artists in country music. The Michigan native first came to prominence by winning Kenny Chesney's Next Big Star competition in 2008, and signed with Reprise Records in 2010. He released his self-titled debut album in 2011, and promoted two singles from it, but it wasn't until 2014's 'Sunshine & Whiskey' that he really broke through at country radio. He scored hits with the title song, "Helluva Life" and "Young & Crazy," and recently released "It All Started With a Beer," the lead single from his upcoming third studio album, 'El Rio.'

  • Full Name: Frank Robert Ballard IV
  • Birth Date: Dec. 16, 1982
  • Top Songs: “Sunshine & Whiskey,” “Helluva Life,” “Young & Crazy”
  • Did You Know? Ballard played college baseball for Western Michigan University.
Colt Ford vs. Frankie Ballard – The Showdown
Colt Ford vs. Frankie Ballard – The Showdown
Colt Ford and Jason Aldean are proving to be an unstoppable duo. 'Drivin' Around Song' cruised to a second straight Showdown win over the weekend, doubling up the new single by Jake Owen. Today and Tuesday, Ford and Aldean will tag team country newcomer Frankie Ballard.
Frankie Ballard, ‘Helluva Life’ – Song Review
Frankie Ballard, ‘Helluva Life’ – Song Review
Frankie Ballard has chopped his hair, lost a few pounds (seemingly) and refined his sound to produce 'Helluva Life,' a new single from an upcoming album. Natural grit makes a wandering lyric a more emotional experience. It's a song that attempts to throw its arms around everyone -- that's always a dangerous endeavor.
Who Has the Best No Shave November Beard? – Readers Poll
Who Has the Best No Shave November Beard? – Readers Poll
For the second straight year, the country music industry tossed their razors and shaving cream in the garbage in an effort to help the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. No Shave November raised almost $30,000 in 2011. This year, country stars like Casey James and Thompson Square's Keifer Thompson are helping the industry surpass $100,000. So, which artist has the best face fur?
Country Stars’ Best Halloween Memories – Frankie Ballard
Country Stars’ Best Halloween Memories – Frankie Ballard
"College Halloween parties we're always the best. I remember having to walk home from one once. I was dressed in an elaborate pirate costume heavy clothing and a lot of accessories. I started the journey full pirate, but by the time I got home – five miles later – I had shed all the costume and was myself again...
Frankie Ballard Meets His Biggest Fan
Frankie Ballard Meets His Biggest Fan
Country newcomer Frankie Ballard was looking for his biggest fan, and with a little help from Taste of Country, he found her in his home state. The Michigan-born country singer brought 10-year-old Nikki on stage with him during a show in Grand Rapids, Mich. last month.

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