Chad Gray (born October 16, 1971, in Decatur, Illinois) is an American metal vocalist best known as the lead singer and a co-founder of Mudvayne, formed in 1996, and as the frontman of Hellyeah, formed in 2006. Mudvayne emerged in the nu metal and alternative metal scene with albums such as L.D. 50 (2000), The End of All Things to Come (2002), and Lost and Found (2005), while Hellyeah developed a groove metal and heavy metal sound. Gray is known for a high-intensity live style that combines harsh vocals, dramatic stage presence, and wide dynamic range, which helped define both bands’ performances. He has also been associated with Bullygoat Records, adding a role as label founder to his work as a vocalist.