A rising musician who plays for Huntley, made famous on NBC’s “The Voice” is due in a Prince William County courtroom on November 4, 2024, charged in the shooting death of his father and his dog.
Christopher Tyler Rose, guitarist for Season 24 ‘The Voice’ competition winner Michael Huntley, of Fredericksburg, aka Huntley, was taken into custody in the early hours of October 28 on charges related to a deadly shooting that left his father and the family dog dead.
Known professionally as Tyler Rose, he is a guitarist with songwriting and music hits. Rose has been a Fredericksburg area music scene staple with his cover band, the Virginia Rum Runners. His association with the Season 24 winner of The Voice, Huntley, has made him a recognized figure in the broader national music scenes.
After Huntley’s win earlier this year, Fredericksburg planned a celebration honoring the singer and his band, which regularly performed at city venues.
Rose and singer Grant King recently recorded a cover of Hurricane, which The Band of Heathens initially performed. Rose’s career and musical talent, however, are overshadowed by the charges he faces.
According to a report released following the incident, Prince William County Police responded to a residence in the 2500 block of Paxton Street in Lake Ridge at 2:39 a.m. A family friend of the accused had reached out to authorities after receiving information indicating that a shooting had occurred at the home. Upon arrival, officers found Rose and detained him without resistance.
Police confirmed that the accused and the victim, Rose’s 56-year-old father, shared the residence. An investigation revealed that there was an altercation between the two, culminating in the fatal shooting. Additionally, the family’s dog, a Labrador Retriever approximately one year of age, was reportedly also killed during the incident. Both Rose’s father and the dog were pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have disclosed that no other individuals were present in the home at the time of the incident, indicating the altercation and subsequent shooting involved only Rose, his father, and the dog. As of now, the motivations and circumstances leading up to the incident remain under active investigation. Detectives are currently working to reconstruct events that may have contributed to the escalation, and they are encouraging individuals with relevant information to come forward to aid in the investigation.
Prince William Police Spokesman Lieutenant Jonathan Perok said, “Alcohol and drugs were not a factor, [but the] motive was a family dispute.”
Rose’s connection to the music industry, specifically his role as a guitarist for Huntley, has brought public interest to the case. Known in musical circles as a talented musician with a promising future, Rose’s arrest has led to mixed reactions among fans and industry professionals, many of whom have expressed shock and disbelief over the allegations.
Tim Lumber, who worked with the older Rose, spoke positively about the Rose in a Facebook post, “I worked with Chris [as a bus driver for OmniRide] for 5 years, and we became good friends. All he ever did was brag about his son being a great singer. He was a good guy. He was so proud of his son. So sad that his son apparently took his life.”
Prince William Commonwealth Attorney Amy Ashworth and the Huntley Management team have not responded to a request for comment. We will update the article when they respond.
It’s off again.
Michael Huntley, better known as “Huntley,” has canceled the city’s celebration in his honor, in Fredericksburg.
Huntley is the most recent winner of NBC’s “The Voice.”
On March 19, the Fredericksburg City website stated the celebration “is being canceled due to Huntley’s schedule.” Messages were also sent to those who had signed up on the city’s website to attend the event.
In response, Huntley shared a video on his social media stating plainly “I didn’t cancel Huntley Day because of my schedule.” He called the event a waste of fans’ time, saying he had agreed to it after seeing the community’s support for him. He envisioned the event as a celebration with Fredericksburg, featuring food trucks and children’s activities. He added “I definitely would have rather played you guys some music.”
Huntley ended his video assuring there will be an event to celebrate the community and thank his supporters.
Originally scheduled for January 21, 2024, Huntley Day was postponed to March 31 due to cold weather concerns. The celebration was to begin with a parade in downtown Fredericksburg, followed by a pep rally style celebration at the Fredericksburg Nationals Stadium. Huntley was not going to perform, but would speak to the audience, which was expected to be about 4,000 people
Michael Huntley, Fredericksburg’s celebrity musician, has canceled his Friday, Mar. 1 concert to protest ticket prices.
Huntley won season 24 of The Voice. A private meet and greet was set for tomorrow, Friday, March 1, at 8 p.m. at the Virginia Credit Union stadium in Fredericksburg. Huntley had promoted this event on his Facebook page as recently as Feb. 26.
Many fans commented on his promotion post, stating the price was unaffordable. Tickets were listed at $160, and the event would support Loisann’s Hope House.
In a February 26 video shared on his social media, Huntley said he had to follow his heart and could not continue with the concert due to the high cost to fans. In his video, he said he’d “rather play for free” and would do just that by playing at Billikens Smokehouse in downtown Fredericksburg. The performance will not have an admission fee but instead encourages donations to Loisann’s Hope House.
Billikens has announced the event on their social media, noting the 350-person maximum capacity will restrict crowds. They are working with the Fredericksburg City Police Department and will not participate in the city’s First Friday program.
Huntley is not the first Virginian musician to cancel a concert protesting ticket prices. He joins Farmville’s Oliver Anthony, whose 2023 hit “Rich Men North of Richmond” brought him sudden stardom. Anthony also used his social media to voice concerns over ticket prices for an event at Cotton Eyed Joe in Knoxville, Tenn.
He then canceled the event, saying on Facebook, “I’m just upset seeing those prices.”
Huntley will perform, free, at Billikens Smokehouse on Fri. Mar. 1 from 7:45 to 9:00 p.m. Donations to Loisann’s Hope House will benefit homeless children and families.
Huntley’s Homecoming Celebration, which includes a parade through downtown Fredericksburg followed by a pep rally at the stadium, is still planned for March 30, according to Fredericksburg city’s website.
After a brief setback due to cold weather, the much-anticipated Huntley Homecoming event is set to take place on March 30, 2024, in downtown Fredericksburg. The event, organized to celebrate the musical achievements of Michael Huntley, winner of season 24 of The Voice on NBC, promises a day of festivities and community spirit.
The homecoming festivities will commence with a Downtown Driving Procession Along Huntley’s Performance Venues, starting at 11 a.m. and concluding at 12:30 p.m. Spectators can expect a vibrant display of musical talent as they traverse downtown Fredericksburg.
Following the procession, the focal point of the celebration will be the rally held at Virginia Credit Union Stadium, located at 42 Jackie Robinson Way in Fredericksburg, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Contrary to speculation, city officials clarified that the rally is not a concert but rather an opportunity for the community to come together and honor Huntley’s achievements.
Admission to the stadium rally is free; however, due to limited capacity, RSVP is required. Interested attendees can reserve their RSVP vouchers on Eventbrite, with spaces limited to four people per email address. City officials issued a warning to only obtain RSVP vouchers from the official Eventbrite event to avoid potential scams.
Parking at the stadium will be provided free of charge, but attendees are advised to arrive early to secure a spot, considering the anticipated large crowds. Additionally, in the spirit of giving back to the community, Huntley has chosen to support Loisann’s Hope House, the region’s oldest and largest family homeless shelter. Donations honoring Huntley’s community spirit can be made through the organization’s website.
The celebration events are scheduled outdoors, rain or shine, with attendees advised to dress accordingly. In case of extreme weather, cancellation announcements will be made on FXBG.com/Huntley and on Facebook @VisitFXBG.
Mayor Kerry P. Devine originally declared January 21, 2024, as “Huntley Day” in Fredericksburg, recognizing Michael Huntley’s dedication to the musical profession and his unwavering commitment to his roots in Fredericksburg. As a native son of the city, Huntley’s success on The Voice has brought pride and inspiration to the local community.
Event organizers have emphasized that the Huntley Homecoming celebration is inclusive and welcomes fans of all ages. Concessions will be available at the stadium, with cashless transactions preferred. Stadium concession stands were to be open during the first planned event on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2024. Due to stadium capacity limitations, attendees are reminded to bring only clear bags and adhere to RSVP requirements.
Correction: An earlier version of this story reported the incorrect date.
