Tyler Ward is a 25-year-old independent singer and songwriter from Denver, Colorado who gained popularity after posting cover songs on YouTube starting in 2008. He has uploaded over 300 videos and was number 5 on Billboard's Top 100 Uncharted list. Ward engages extensively with fans on social media including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, posting daily to share his music, tours, and life. He has cultivated a large, dedicated fan base called the "Wardinators". Ward's consistent social media presence, engagement with fans, and authenticity have helped him transform from a YouTube hobbyist to successful independent artist.