Chad Kroeger (b. 1974)

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Biography

Chad Robert Kroeger is a Canadian musician who is best known for being the lead singer, lead guitarist, primary songwriter, and founding member of the rock band Nickelback. In addition to his work with Nickelback, Kroeger has been involved with a variety of collaborations, appearing as a guest musician in several songs and has contributed in both production and songwriting. He has co-written several songs for other artists and films.

Timeline

The story of Chad Kroeger, told in moments.

1974 Birth

Born Chad Robert Turton in Hanna, Alberta. His father left when he was two. He took his mother's maiden name, Kroeger. Learned guitar at 13.

Did your father leaving at two shape who you became? Was taking your mother's maiden name a statement?

1995 Event

Formed Nickelback with his half-brother Mike and friends Ryan Peake and Brandon Kroeger. Named for the nickel in change Kroeger's brother used to give back at his coffee shop job.

Is naming a band after the nickel your brother gave back at a coffee shop the most Canadian origin story? Did the band feel serious from the start?

2001 Event

"How You Remind Me" hit No. 1 and became the most-played song on US radio that year. The album Silver Side Up went 6x platinum.

Was being the most-played song on US radio validation or a target? Did 6x platinum feel like proof?

2002 Life

Co-founded 604 Records in Vancouver. Also co-wrote and performed "Hero" for the Spider-Man soundtrack with Josey Scott.

Was starting a record label about control or creativity? Did the Spider-Man soundtrack feel like a different world from Nickelback?

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