I am a fan (and you should be too), because...who couldn't love Chris and the boys. I watched him on Idol along with everyone else and I now see it's a blessing in disquise that he did not win the competion. Had Chris won he would be under contract to sing what someone else wants him to sing. I am so glad Chris is able to express himself thru the music style that he is comfortable with ( even if he could take any style and make it his own). As much as I would have liked to see him perform with Fuel ( I like Fuel as well) , he made the right decision in choosing to go out on his own and I have no doubt he will succeed. I hope that the band makes it to Baltimore , if not my friends and I will have no problem traveling to a nearby state to see him. Looks like it might be Philly. My friends and I can not wait to see him play live. Best wishes to Chris and the guys and we look forward to catching you on tour soon.