Paul Hager "Borderline"
Paul Hager was raised in Oconto, Wisconsin, and subsequently relocated to Dubuque, Iowa, where Hager attended high school and initiated my music career by recording his first song, 'Broken Promises,' at Roland Studios. During his high school years, Hager also studied music theory and had the privilege of performing with Andy Williams in a packed 30,000-person arena. Following high school, he served in the Navy, Army, and Army Reserve for a total of 15 years. After his military service, he focused on refining his vocals and songwriting skills. Upon returning to Wisconsin after 30 years, he engaged a vocal instructor who helped him achieve professional vocal status within five years. When he began his new recording journey in Nashville Tennessee, he was fortunate to collaborate with the worlds best talent. The team included: Main vocals: Paul Hager Background vocals: Tania Hanceroff who currently sings at the Grand Ole Opry and has worked with Carrie Underwood, Sheryl Crow, Reba McEntire, Toby Kieth Players: Mark Becket who currently is the house drummer at the Grand Ole Opry. Chris Leuzinger who currently plays lead guitar for Garth Brooks. Michael Rinne who has played base guitar for Willie Nelson, Ronnie Milsap and many others. Pat Mcgrath who has played acoustic for Allison Krass, Randy Owen. Andy Ellison who has played steel guitar for Capital Records, John Pardi. Billy Nobel who has played keyboard for Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, CMT.
