Chad Bushnell’s 5th Annual Hometown Honkytonk

Chad Bushnell is one of the true Northern California's original artist. 

His roots date back down his family lineage the past 4 generations made of cowboys and singers, some of which shared the stage with the late Bob Hope. Chad exudes the Americana spirit wrapped up into his lyrics and melodies. Mostly inspired as a child growing up singing in church and constant inspiration from his great grandmother, his Christian Country roots run deep.

Chad continues to contribute to the western ranch world working closely with fellow Ranchers alongside his father, mother and sister Chelsey Bushnell (who is an accomplished roper and rodeo athlete) maintaining livestock while writing country songs. He has opened for Dwight Yoakam, Kris Kristofferson, Neil McCoy, Billy Currington, Mark Wills, Collin Raye, Mark Chesnutt, Jerrod Neimann, Exile and many others over the years. While Chad isn’t touring and opening for current country stars such as Lee Brice, Aaron Watson and Scotty McCreery, he’s tucked away with his wife in the rolling, western hills of Red Bluff, California.

Chad’s single “What Would Jesus Do” hit #1 on the Christian Country Music charts right by George Strait and Lauren Alaina. He's had three more #1 Christian Country songs since including "That Ain't My Church", "Thank God" and "Imperfect Prayer". His EP titled “What They Ain’t Tellin’ Us” was produced at Hag Studio by Ace Otten. It features Merle Haggard’s son Ben Haggard on guitar and backing vocals and members of the Strangers. Most recently, Chad has worked with legendary musician Kimo Forrest (lead guitarist for Alabama) who produced his latest EP titled "Believer". His latest full length album titled "Whiskey to Work" was produced by Nate Coon (drummer for Aaron Watson) and Derek Hames (owner of Edgewater Studios).

Welcome back to the State Theatre Chad!