Country Evolution is excited to premiere the official music video for Chas Collins’ fan-favorite single, “This Bar Sucks.” Known for his larger-than-life personality and sharp storytelling, Collins is once again turning heads with a release that blends humor, country attitude, and a whole lot of real-life barroom chaos.
The tongue-in-cheek, self-penned track leans into the quirks of a less-than-perfect night out, complete with questionable clientele, an off-key band, and one mishap after another. The video delivers plenty of laugh-out-loud moments while serving as a reminder not to take life too seriously.
Speaking about the inspiration behind the track and video, Collins shared:
“I went in for a drink and a good time, but that’s not what I got! In ‘This Bar Sucks,’ the bartender turns the night into a stage—and from there, it’s one big surprise after another as everything continues to go downhill. It’s a hilarious train wreck of a night where everything that could go wrong does!”
— Chas Collins
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A Look Back at “Slam Bam”
Before today’s premiere, Collins kept the momentum going with his previous single, “Slam Bam,” a high-energy anthem that captures the thrill of a night out with friends.
Driven by swaggering guitars, a pulsing groove, and Collins’ unmistakable vocal firepower, the song bottles the rush of rolling into town with neon lights glowing, the radio turned up, and no plans other than making memories. Its hook-filled, shout-along chorus, “Slam Bam, here I am…,” paired with a lean, hard-charging arrangement, quickly made it a natural set-opener.
The Story Behind Chas Collins
A Southern-born singer-songwriter, Chas Collins has built a name for himself in modern country music through powerful vocals, heartfelt storytelling, and an unmistakably authentic stage presence.
Collins has performed more than 3,000 live shows across 43 states, earning his audience one performance at a time. His sound is rooted in both his gospel upbringing and the grit of honky tonk country, creating a style that feels both classic and fresh.
His breakout single “That’s What She Said” and the Top 10 CMT hit “Try It On” helped launch him into the national spotlight, where he has continued to thrive as a dynamic and in-demand live performer.
Strength Through Adversity
Collins’ journey has been shaped by resilience and perseverance. After Hurricane Katrina destroyed everything he owned, he relocated from Louisiana to Nashville. In the years that followed, he also faced the heartbreaking loss of his mother, grandmother, and aunt.
Rather than stepping away, Collins poured those experiences into his songwriting, creating music grounded in faith, grit, and real-life emotion.
When the COVID-19 pandemic brought touring to a halt, he focused even more intensely on writing, emerging with a refined sound that fuses a rock edge with country soul.
A New Chapter
With the release of “This Bar Sucks,” Chas Collins continues to showcase some of the most personal and compelling music of his career.
These songs speak to anyone who has been through life’s storms and found strength on the other side.
Fans can keep up with Collins and follow his journey at chascollins.com.
