COREY WARD

Age: 34
Hometown: Hartsville, SC
Resident: McDonough, GA

Corey was inspired to pursue music by his father, who was a drummer. He began playing drums as a child, and he later learned to sing and play the guitar. Chasing his passion for music, Corey brought his talents to "The Voice" last season. Unfortunately, the chairs didn't turn, and even worse, his mother was rushed to the hospital that same day due to complications from her battle with cancer. While his mother is still receiving treatment and his father is recovering from a triple heart attack, Corey has learned not to take second chances for granted. Corey returns to "The Voice" this season hoping to make his parents proud.