Tyler Barham is a finalist in the 2008 Next GAC Star competition. Visit the Next GAC Star page for more information about the competition and show times.

Greatest strength: Probably my range and being able to sing like most current country artists. But it's also my weakness because I need to find my own voice.

Competitive edge:I'm young, talented, and ready to do whatever it takes to become "The Next GAC Star!"

Ultimate goal: To become well-known and to have a successful career in the music industry. Also to be inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.

Inspired by: I don't do much songwriting, but I try sometimes and just everything I've been through in my life inspires me to write.

What one thing about you would surprise GAC viewers? I'm in a bowling league.

What do you do for fun? I hunt, fish, play basketball, bowl, watch movies.

What makes you laugh? Comedians such as Rodney Carrington, Dane Cook, Larry the Cable Guy

Greatest triumph of your life: Well up until this competition it was when I won Montana Idol and won an all expense paid trip to California to watch the top 12 show of American Idol.

What makes you cry? I don't cry much unless I get hurt severely or unless it's a really sad movie which I've only done once.

What's the greatest personal hurdle you've overcome in life? Financial problems in my family and my parent's divorce

Favorite TV show: Reno 911

Favorite movie: Shooter with Mark Whalberg

Favorite book: Brian's Winter

Favorite author: Gary Paulsen

Favorite actor: Mark Whalberg

Favorite actress: Angelina Jolie

Favorite music website: www.strippedmusic.com

Favorite music magazine:None

Favorite hobby:Hunting

Favorite food: Pizza

Country music crush: Carrie Underwood