Tyler Ward

Passion is what drives Tyler Ward to write, produce and perform music; however, music wasn’t always his focus. Encouraged by his father at a young age to pursue athletics, Tyler spent his time working towards scoring touchdowns and winning football games rather than chasing his musical dream.
After completing high school, Tyler was accepted to the United States Air Force Academy where he started his collegiate football career. Tyler never adjusted to the military lifestyle, “I smiled too much,” he said. It was because of his excessive smiling and creative expression that Tyler found himself scrubbing toilets and cleaning floors on the weekends.
Despite the intensive janitorial experience, Tyler decided to move on. He transferred to the University of Northern Colorado and once again played football. Several concussions later, he decided to leave the sport and follow his passion for writing music.
Now, you can find Tyler writing, recording and performing music all over the state of Colorado. Tyler has become a well known local artist who is heavily pursued to perform live. “I love playing and it’s by far the best job I’ve ever had.” Tyler credits his musical talents to his mother Susan Ward, who is a classically-trained musician. Tyler notes, “My mom rocks.”
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What is your favorite food? I love Qdoba!!! Sometimes, on rare and special days, our college newspaper will advertise “buy one get one free burrito” coupons. Those coupons make me smile. When did you start playing music? It all started in 8th grade when the pastor of my church let me borrow his guitar. He gave me a free beginners lesson and showed me what the D chord was. He was a nice man.Who has influenced your music? The person that has had the most influence on my music is a young fella by the name of Jeff Hendrick. He has helped me learn how to create original music. What is your favorite word? Probably “hot”what is your idea of happiness? I think happiness is waking up in the morning knowing that you have a purpose, then, living out that purpose daily. Also, I think happiness comes from being around the people you truly care about.Have you played in any bands? I have, and am thankful for it. Every member of each band has helped me grow and learn as a musician and a person. Check out the slide show and video below to get a better idea of the amazing people I use to play with.Something about you that many don't know? I started preschool one year later than most kids. What is the one thing you don't like about yourself? I get caught up in busyness of life and sometimes miss the opportunity to just hang out.What it one thing that money can’t buy? Love. Seriously though.What is your most treasured possession? My 92’ Honda Accord. That car is super reliable. I plan on keeping it until it peaces out and dies.What did you do after High School? After graduating from Cheyenne Mountain High School in 2003, I went to the United States Air Force Academy Prep School. But because of how many push-ups they made me do, I transferred. After leaving the Academy, I decided to take my chances and play football at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). I played for one season before realizing that football was way more fun to watch then to play. Now, after several concussions and thousands of headaches, I have shifted my interests towards creating music and finishing up school. I am a full time student at UNC and am double majoring in journalism and human communication.Plans after College? Music.If you could do something crazy right now, what would you do? I would pack up some clothes and just go somewhere, anywhere, it wouldn't really matter, I would just go. Those of you who have packed up spontaneously with no intention and done this, I tip my hat to you.What is your Claim to fame? One time, Ryan Cabrera came to a show and when I recognized who he was I reached out and hugged him then shouted, “You’re Ryan Cabrera!!!." I think I was star struck, I never thought I would just hug another dude without knowing him, it was strange.