Chris Cobbins

Chris Cobbins
Birth name Christopher Lee Cobbins
Also known as Chris Cobbins
Born (1984-08-30) August 30, 1984
Kansas City, Missouri
Origin Kansas City, Missouri
Genres Christian hip hop, Christian R&B, contemporary R&B, urban contemporary gospel
Occupation(s) Singer, songwriter
Instruments vocals, singer-songwriter
Years active 2011–present
Labels Latebloom, Ryan's Brother Creations
Associated acts Derek Minor, Flame, Lecrae, Trip Lee
Website chriscobbins.com

Christopher Lee Cobbins, (born August 30, 1984), who goes by the stage name Chris Cobbins, is an American Christian hip hop musician and Christian R&B artist from Kansas City, Missouri. His debut album, Hello World, released on October 8, 2013 by Latebloom Records. This album was his Billboard chart debut album.

Early life

Cobbins was born on August 30, 1984,[1] as Christopher Lee Cobbins,[2] in Kansas City, Missouri.[3] His father, Otis L. Cobbins, Jr, is the pastor of Bread of Life East Church, and his mother is Christine Cobbins.[3] He has two brothers, Ryan and Matthew Cobbins, and he has a sister, O'lea Cobbins.[3]

Music career

His first studio album, Hello World, was released on October 8, 2013, with Latebloom Records.[4] This was his debut album on the Billboard charts, and it happened to land a placement on Top Gospel Albums at No. 33.[5][6][7][8] This will be his only album with the label, as he created his own imprint, Ryan's Brother Creations, which is to honor the death of his younger brother Ryan Terrell Cobbins.[3][9]

Personal life

Cobbins is married to Trashana, and together they are presently residing in Kansas City, Missouri.[3] Cobbins became a father with the birth of his son. Attended Raytown Senior High School. He is the cousin of former Norte Dame linebacker Lyron Cobbins and Trenyce.

Discography

Studio albums

List of studio albums, with selected chart positions
Title Album details Peak chart positions[6]
US
Gos
Hello World[4] 33[5]

References

  1. ↑ Chris Cobbins Facebook (August 28, 2014). "I'll be the BIG 3-0 on Saturday! I appreciate you all participating!". Facebook. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  2. ↑ Broadcast Music, Inc. "Songwriter/Composer: COBBINS CHRISTOPHER LEE". Broadcast Music, Inc. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  3. 1 2 3 4 5 "Obituary for Ryan Terrell Cobbins". Duane Harver Funeral Directors. December 31, 2013. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  4. 1 2 Lacy, Dwayne (December 2, 2013). "Hellow World by Chris Cobbins". New Release Tuesday. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  5. 1 2 "Artist Index: October 26, 2013" (PDF). Billboard. October 26, 2013. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  6. 1 2 http://www.billboard.com/biz/search/charts?f[0]=ts_chart_artistname%3AChris%20Cobbins&f[1]=ss_bb_type%3Achart_item&type=2&artist=Chris%20Cobbins
  7. ↑ Cody, Daniel (October 12, 2013). "Album Review: Chris Cobbins – Hello World". Wade-O Radio. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  8. ↑ Davis, Carey (October 10, 2013). "Chris Cobbins – Hello World". Jam the Hype. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  9. ↑ Flores, Roman (November 7, 2014). "Chris Cobbins - Changes and Personal Life". Rapzilla. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
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