Performs on Arkansas Talent, May 11-12, 2024

In 2019, Kris celebrated the 10th anniversary of his American Idol win by releasing “10,” an album of reimagined acoustic versions of some of his most beloved songs of the previous decade, including fan-favorite “Waves” and his platinum-selling single “Live Like We’re Dying.” Kris followed this up with the release of “Don’t Stop Dancing,” launching a new era of music for the Arkansas-born musician and paving the way for his upcoming 2024 album, “Pole Vaulter.”  His newest single, “Guinevere,” features imaginative songwriting and stunning vocals that put Kris on the map while setting the tone for his most introspective work. From a song about the joys of long-term love to the antidote for intrusive thoughts, “Pole Vaulter” covers a spectrum of emotion and experience from the seasoned storyteller Kris has become. When not making music and playing it live across the world, Kris lives in Nashville with his wife Katy and three kids.