Bradley Kirk Arnold (born September 27, 1978) is an American musician, best known as the lead singer and drummer of the Mississippi-based rock band 3 Doors Down.
Early life
Arnold grew up in Escatawpa, Mississippi. He wrote the song "Kryptonite" in high school during math class at age 15.
Career
Arnold is a founding member of 3 Doors Down, and was 16 years old at the time of the band's formation. Arnold was initially both a drummer and a singer, before focusing on the latter role around the time guitarist Chris Henderson joined the band.
Discography
Personal life
Arnold is a recovering alcoholic who stopped drinking in 2016.[1] He was married to his first wife Crystal Roberts from 2001 to 2007. On February 1, 2006, Arnold was involved in a car accident after the vehicle he was in hydroplaned and collided with a tree; Arnold was not the driver of the vehicle.[2] The crash resulted in Arnold receiving dozens of stitches and one of his ears being sewn back on.[2] He married his second wife, Jennifer Sanderford, in 2009.[citation needed] Brad's hobbies include deep sea fishing.[3]
Arnold is a Christian. He became closer to his faith after having been in rehab, which he stated country singer Charlie Daniels convinced him to go. Arnold has preached his faith during concerts.[4][5]
References
- ^ Voket, John (May 12, 2016). "Concert Preview: 3 Doors Down Singer Celebrating Sobriety, New Album, Tour". The Newtown Bee. Archived from the original on June 21, 2019. Retrieved July 18, 2019.
- ^ a b "3 Doors Down singer recovering from accident". February 10, 2006. Retrieved September 9, 2024.
- ^ "3 Doors Down". Archived from the original on December 4, 2020. Retrieved January 30, 2020.
- ^ https://americansongwriter.com/3-doors-down-singer-brad-arnold-pauses-show-declares-jesus-christ-loves-you-in-impassioned-speech/
- ^ https://www.christianpost.com/news/3-doors-down-lead-singer-says-jesus-told-him-to-share-the-gospel.html
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