Nearly every person who's succeeded in country music did so after leaving their hometown for an unknown future. Most who take the risk find it doesn't work out, but some get lucky. Stapleton wrote ...

Arguably one of country's most soulful voices of the 21st century, Chris Stapleton has proven to be both a fan and critical favorite, receiving the CMA Award for male vocalist of the year four ...

The thing about Chris Stapleton‘s best songs is there are no repeats. Not one of these 25 hits and deep cuts copies another. In so many ways, he’s the most dynamic county singer of the last 25 years.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Chris Stapleton is one of the most successful musicians in country ...