Chris English (US)
Reminiscent of, but not limited to the psychedelic era. Chris pens memorable songs distinguished by haunting melodies and lush, layered vocals. His mostly sel
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November Children November Children
A pseudo-psychedelic ballad for the headphone-inclined connoisseur of such.
Autumn (Remix) Autumn (Remix)
Dreamtown Dreamtown
Dreamtown is a short journey into, well, the world of dreams. The imagery is probably familiar to many.
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I was born at an early age. Not long after, music began emanating from somewhere in my head . . . it could have been a small radio down the hall, I don't know. It certainly wasn't the full-bodied, high-fidelity audio to which I have grown accustomed as an adult. I digress.
Brian Wilson is my hero and an intrinsic influence. But there are many others. In the merry village of artists to whom I owe a great debt reside, among others, John Lennon, George Harrison, Peter Gabriel, Jimmy Webb, Jimmy Page and Todd Rundgren. I write music from a deep-seated desire to tip the balance between the ultimate forces of good and evil within the cosmos . . . i.e.: I have no vendettas, no real axe to grind. I am generally not pissed off at the world. Just some of the residents. And I hope that, despite the lilting and ethereal nature of some of my songs, it is clear that my mission is to help make it all better. Change is good . . . and inevitable. Everything changes. Everybody changes. My songs attempt to illustrate that point. Life is a banquet. I would like to, at the very least, offer everyone a few tasty appetizers. Bon appetit!Band/artist history
Chris recognized his musical calling at a very early age. He began by singing in the church choir and, at his father's urging, practicing piano. Later, he honed his musical skills In his first performing band, The Union-Pacific; founded with his brother, Mike, and a childhood friend, Drexel. The three developed strong vocal harmonies influenced by their musical heroes: Crosby, Stills & Nash, Brian Wilson, The Beatles and Simon & Garfunkel.
While in college in Boone, NC, Chris played drums, guitar and keyboards in a variety of bands including The New Stoney Creek Original String Band, Luther, and Saint Cloud, among others.
Since those days bands with names like Big Soul Kiss, The Critics, Twilight Train and Pinkwood Flat have figured prominently in his musical history.
Bands and musical projects have come and gone but Chris' love for musical compostion and arrangement has music remained. From backing vocalist, in the early days, to playing piano, along with his brothers, Mike and Terry (who played guitar and trumpet, respectively), on early compositions, to playing drums while in college, Chris honed his skills and never lost the love for arranging and composing. He plays a number of instruments including piano, guitar, bass and drums. He has performanced from coast to coast; written and produced commercial jingles and recieved national acclaim for exceptional songwriting.
This artist of note consistently strives to expand his musicianship and songwriting. He resides in Charlotte, North Carolina.Have you performed in front of an audience?I perform occasionally. I most often play at The Evening Muse in Charlotte, NC.
Your musical influences
Brian Wilson, Todd Rundgren, Jimmy Page, Alex Chilton, Nick Drake, Marvin Gaye, Electric Light Orchestra, Radiohead, Pink Floyd, XTC, David Crosby, Neil Young, The '60s Psychedelic EraWhat equipment do you use?
Apple Computers and Logic Audio (recording), Alesis, Roland, Korg, Fender, Gibson, Martin, Taylor, Rickenbacker and Seagull guitars, SWR, Vox and Marshall Amps, Groove Percussion and Zildjian CymbalsAnything else?
Music to feast your ears on. Chris delivers " . . . intelligent pop music that gives respects to (Brian) Wilson, Elvis Costello, Tim Buckley and other song weavers..." Creative Loafing
Charlotte, NC
USA
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531736
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Comments (2)
this is really, really great stuff! downtime, i can see everything are fabulous productions.
--stockwrock
Chris English rocks! His song "I can see everything" is bright. Nice harmonics with guitars and voices.
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