A man named Harlan Howard, who all you country fans have heard of, once said, “Country music is three chords and the truth.” Well for The Chris Gardner Band, that’s exactly what inspires their popular country-­rock lyrics. Real life and the truth.

Five incredible musicians whose talents excel alone but thrive together are taking huge steps towards flourishing careers in music. Opening up for major Country artists such as Chris Young, Luke Bryan, Love and Theft, and Sarah Buxton, has been very rewarding for the band. They amazed the fans at the (name or year) Professional Bull Riders show in (city), competed in the Colgate Country Showdown all the way to state championships in Nevada, and entertained 10,000 people at the 2010 Monster Truck Show at Arco Arena in Sacramento.

The energy coming off the stage when The Chris Gardner Band performs is phenomenal. “They [the fans] know us for our show,” says Gardner, who admires the talent of Third Day, Zac Brown Band, and Keith Urban. “We are a humble band and we truly love what we do. We always give one hundred and fifty percent, whether we’re performing for two people or a crowd of 10,000.”

Supporting local communities is very important to the band members and they continue to help with Relay for Life, Make a Wish Foundation, and Toys for Tots. “We try to do a benefit anytime anyone is in need,” says Gardner.

The Chris Gardner Band has so many people to thank for their continued support and love of their music. But if you asked the band who they’re going to thank first when they make it to the top, it’s Jesus Christ. He’s the one behind their talent.