When discussing the Canadian rock band Nickelback, one name that inevitably stands out is Chad Kroeger. As the band's lead vocalist and guitarist, Kroeger has played a central role in shaping Nickelback's distinctive sound and commercial success. Beyond his contributions to the group, he has also collaborated with other prominent musicians, further expanding his global fan base since the band’s rise to fame in the mid-1990s.
Chad Robert Kroeger was born on November 15, 1974, in Hanna, Alberta, Canada. From a young age, he exhibited a keen interest in music, picking up the guitar at age 13. Encouraged by his family to pursue his artistic ambitions, Kroeger continued nurturing his musical talents, eventually carving a path to international recognition.
Kroeger began dating fellow Canadian musician Avril Lavigne in 2012. The couple married on July 1, 2013, in France. Prior to this relationship, Lavigne had been married to musician Deryck Whibley, a union that ended in divorce in 2010. By mid-2014, rumors circulated about tensions in Kroeger and Lavigne’s marriage. The couple ultimately announced their separation publicly in September 2015, concluding their two-year marriage.
Kroeger’s professional music career began in the early 1990s. He initially performed with a local grunge cover band, where he connected with his brother Mike Kroeger and guitarist Ryan Peake. This partnership led to the formation of Nickelback in 1995. The band steadily rose through the ranks of the rock scene, achieving mainstream success with hit albums such as Silver Side Up and All the Right Reasons.
Alongside his work with Nickelback, Chad Kroeger co-founded the Vancouver-based record label 604 Records. The label has become known for its support of emerging talent, helping to launch the careers of several Canadian artists, including Carly Rae Jepsen. Notably, Kroeger also collaborated with artists like Tommy Lee and contributed to popular tracks outside of Nickelback, such as the 2002 “Hero” single for the Spider-Man film, performed with Josey Scott of Saliva.
Kroeger’s versatile abilities as a producer and musician have elevated his stature in the music industry. His contributions to singles like “Into the Night” (with Santana), “Porn Star Dancing” (with My Darkest Days), and “Let Me Go” (with Avril Lavigne) have further showcased his vocal strength and production acumen.
| Birth Date: | 15 Nov, 1974 |
| Age: | 45 yrs |
| Occupations: | Singer Musician Guitarist Record producer |
| Citizenship: | Canada |
| Birth Place: | Hanna |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Canadian vocalist and rock musician |
| Spouse: | Avril Lavigne[2013-2015] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 80 million |
