About
Born to Play the BLUES
Chris walked out of the cornfields of north central Illinois and into the world of both Blues and Instrumental music as a young boy. Weekends at the local roller rink led him to the guitar playing of the three ‘Kings’ of Blues - BB, Freddie and Albert. Next up Booker T and the MG's and Lonnie Mack.
Chris spent years learning the signature licks of the three 'Kings' as well as Buddy Guy, Eric Clapton & more as Chris plays a smooth, improvisational style of Guitar coupled with a passionate performance.
Chris co-founded the successful Los Angels-based Blues-Rock trio, LIAR’S DICE. He co-wrote, played the guitars and sang on the self-titled album. The album contained the original song “Don’t Change the Answer” which climbed to #2 on KSYM-FM in San Antonio, Texas. The song also reached #4 on WWVU-FM in Charleston, West Virginia. Two other songs on the album, a blues-rock cover of the Ides of March “Vehicle” and original song “Like-A-Roller” both climbed to #5 on WERG-FM in Erie, Pennsylvania.
People sometimes ask why I play musical instruments and sing, Music is the expression of inner feelings. I particularly enjoy playing acoustic as there is nowhere to hide. I can't duck behind volume, distortion, or effects. Plain, pure & simple musical expression.
"I Loved your songs.” Sherry - Misty Blue Cafe Redwood, CA
"I play all the hipsters, man!" - Tom Foley host of Kudzu Blues WVKC 90.7 FM
"Your songs are great." Larry "Hairy Larry" Heyl Delta Boogie Radio, Brookland, AR
"I like your songs very much and your way of playing blues guitar.” Hans Altin - Huddinge, Sweden
Chris has performed at festivals with headline acts including: Johnny Winter, Buddy Guy, John Mayall, Canned Heat, Kenny Wayne Shepperd, Dave Mason, and more.
SPECIAL THANKS Cover Photo: Christy Bozard-Heaton
GALLERY PHOTOS: Christy Bozard-Heaton, Tom Foley, Ching Zedric, Matthew Marchand, Brett McGill
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