Chris Cain

For the We Are Scientists bassist, see Chris Cain (We Are Scientists).
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Chris Cain

Cain at 1999 Santa Cruz Blues Festival
Courtesy: Louis Ramirez Photography
Background information
Born (1955-11-19) November 19, 1955
San Jose, California, United States
Genres Blues, jazz, R&B
Occupation(s) Musician
Instruments Vocals, guitar, piano
Years active 1987–present
Labels Blind Pig, Blue Rock-It, Chris Cain Records
Website Chris Cain official website

Chris Cain (born November 19, 1955, San Jose, California, United States)[1] is an American blues and jazz guitarist with an international following.

He began playing professionally as a teenager in local clubs, at festivals, and at private events.

Cain received four Blues Music Award nominations in 1987 for his debut album, Late Night City Blues, including Guitarist of the Year. He signed to Blind Pig Records in 1990 and released his second album, Cuttin' Loose, then released Can't Buy A Break in 1992 and Somewhere Along the Way in 1995.[1]

Discography

See also

References

  1. 1 2 Bill Dahl (1955-11-19). "Chris Cain | Biography". AllMusic. Retrieved 2014-07-11.

External links

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