Country Pop Bites: Eric Church – October 8

Did you know that on this day in Country Music History in 2012 Eric Church launched a two-night stand at the Tivoli Theatre in Chattanooga?

It's true. The shows were recorded for the 2013 concert album "Caught In The Act: Live".

Check out this Eric Church video!

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.
• Before moving to Nashville, Eric graduated from South Caldwell High School and then Appalachian State University with a degree in marketing.
• He was in a band called "Mountain Boys" early on in his career. The band consisted of his college roommate, brother, and a fellow guitarist.