Did you know that on this day in Country Music History in 2006 Capitol released Eric Church's debut album, "Sinners Like Me"?

It's true!

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Here are 5 interesting facts about Eric Church.

  • His first name is actually Kenneth.
  • At 13, he bought a guitar and began writing songs of his own.
  • By his senior year of high school, he had found a gig at a local bar, which occupied most of his time.
  • The band he started out with was called "Mountain Boys," and consisted of his college roommate, brother, and a fellow guitarist.
  • He graduated from South Caldwell High School and then Appalachian State University with a degree in marketing.

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