Country Singer
Darius Rucker
Darius Rucker is a singer, guitarist and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist of rock band Hootie & the Blowfish.
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About
Darius Rucker is an American singer and songwriter widely known for his success as lead singer of the rock band Hootie & the Blowfish, as well as his solo career in country music. He has earned numerous awards and recognition, including the Country Music Association's New Artist of the Year award in 2009.
Darius Rucker Timeline
1966
Darius Rucker is Born
On May 13, 1966, Darius Rucker was born in Charleston, South Carolina.
1986
Formation of Hootie & the Blowfish
Rucker formed Hootie & the Blowfish with Mark Bryan, Dean Felber and Jim Sonefeld while attending the University of South Carolina.
1994
Release of "Cracked Rear View"
Hootie & the Blowfish released their debut album "Cracked Rear View" which became a major success.
2002
Solo R&B Album Release
Rucker released his solo R&B album "Back to Then" under Hidden Beach Recordings.
2008
Country Album Debut
Rucker debuted his country album "Learn to Live" which topped the Billboard Country albums chart.
2013
Inducted into Grand Ole Opry
Rucker was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry, a weekly country music stage concert in Nashville, Tennessee.
2020
Release of "Beers and Sunshine"
Rucker released the single "Beers and Sunshine" which topped the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
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Darius Rucker, a multi-platinum recording artist and lead singer for the band Hootie & the Blowfish, was born on May 13, 1966 and is currently 57 years old. He is best known for his solo country career successes that include five major album releases and five No. 1 Hits on the Billboard country music charts.