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Revision as of 04:07, 10 April 2023
Drake Milligan | |
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 Milligan performing in 2022 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | June 1, 1998 Arlington, TX at MCA Hospital, U.S. |
| Origin | Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Genres | Country |
| Occupations | Actor, singer |
| Instruments | Guitar |
| Years active | 2021-present |
| Labels | BBR, Stoney Creek |
| Website | www |
Drake Milligan (born June 1, 1998) is an American actor and singer best known for portraying Elvis Presley on the CMT series Sun Records and starred in a film called “Nobody” where he portrayed a young teen Elvis. But more recently, for his appearances on American Idol and America's Got Talent.
Biography
Drake Milligan was born in Mansfield, Texas on June 1, 1998 to James & Angela Milligan. He was inspired by the country music his father listened to, particularly Merle Haggard, as well as an Elvis impersonator he saw sing at a nearby restaurant. After performing locally as an Elvis impersonator himself, Milligan answered a casting call by CMT for the role of Elvis Presley in their TV series Sun Records. He ended up landing the part, which required him to move from Texas to Nashville, Tennessee during his senior year of high school.[1]
Milligan competed on American Idol in 2018 but ultimately dropped out. "I decided that I wasn't quite ready for that platform yet, and that it would be a better step for me to move to Nashville and focus on my music first," he said.[2]
While in Nashville, Milligan also auditioned for a recording contract with BBR Music Group. After initially rejecting him, the label signed him six months later. In July 2021, he released his self-titled debut extended play, which was produced by Tony Brown.[3] On October 22, 2021, he released the Christmas song “Cowgirl for Christmas.”
Milligan and his band appeared on America's Got Talent on June 8, 2022, receiving four enthusiastic "yes" votes for his performance of an original song, "Sounds Like Something I'd Do." Drake finished the season in 3rd place on September 14, 2022.
Milligan's debut album, Dallas/Fort Worth was released on September 15, 2022.[4]
Discography
Studio albums
| Title | Details |
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| Dallas/Fort Worth |
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Extended plays
| Title | Details |
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| Drake Milligan |
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Singles
| Single | Year | Peak chart positions |
Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| US Country Airplay [5] | |||
| "Cowgirl for Christmas" | 2021 | — | Non-album single[6] |
| "Sounds Like Something I'd Do" | 2022 | 40 | Dallas/Fort Worth |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award show | Category | Nominated work | Result | References |
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| 2023 | CMT Music Awards | Male Breakthrough video of the Year | "Sounds Like Something I'd Do" | Pending | [7] |
References
- ^ "Drake Milligan: The former star of CMT's Sun Records TV show launches his country career with his debut EP. Earlier Milligan portrayed a young teen Elvis on a film,titled "Nobody."". Fort Worth Weekly. July 28, 2021. Retrieved May 5, 2022.
- ^ Houghton, Cillea. "Why Did Country Singer Drake Milligan Disappear From 'Idol'?". Taste of Country. Retrieved 2021-12-08.
- ^ "Get to know: Drake Milligan". Sounds Like Nashville. July 27, 2021. Retrieved May 5, 2022.
- ^ "Drake Milligan Announces Debut Album, 'Dallas/Fort Worth'".
- ^ "Billboard Country Update" (PDF). Billboard. January 20, 2023. p. 6. Retrieved January 21, 2023.
- ^ "Meet 'AGT' Season 17's Drake Milligan, the "New Elvis of Country" — According to Judge Howie Mandel". August 10, 2022.
- ^ Greg Evans (March 8, 2023). "CMT Music Awards 2023 Nominations: Lainey Wilson Leads Roster – Complete List". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 8, 2023.