Chris Pierce
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Background information | |
Born | Pasadena, California, U.S. |
Genres | Soul, folk, Americana |
Occupation(s) | Musician, singer-songwriter, guitarist |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, harmonica |
Years active | 1995–present |
Labels | Pierce Records |
Website | chrispierce |
Chris Pierce is an American singer, songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, radio host, educator, public speaker, wine producer and officiant born and based in California.[1]
Early life
Pierce is from
While still in high school, Pierce began playing gigs with Grammy-nominated rock musician Jon Butcher.[4] After high school he received a scholarship to study jazz at USC. At 19 years old he performed on a US tour with Sonia Dada and later continued on to Moscow, Russia. After touring with Sonia Dada, Pierce came home to Southern California to work on his degree in jazz studies at USC.[4] In 2005, Pierce met Seal at a house party and later joined him as his opening act on a world tour. Pierce says, "I kinda got discovered by him... That opened up a bunch of different things."[5]
Career
For over 3 decades Pierce has been recording and doing independent road tours. He has opened for
His songs have also been featured in film and television like
Reception
Critic Paul Saitowitz of
Chris Pierce's 2021 album, American Silence, garnered critical acclaim from
Additionally, his song "Keep On Keeping On" was chosen as KCRW's "Today's Top Tune" and he appeared on KCRW's "Morning Becomes Eclectic" with Nic Harcourt, who selected Pierce's album, Walking on The Earth, as "Best Album of July 2008."[15]
Personal life
Pierce currently resides in California. He married actress Tara Buck in 2012.
Discography
- Let All Who Will (2023)
- American Silence (2021)
- You've Got To Feel It! (2017)
- Reverend Tall Tree' (2015)
- When the Hustle Comes to a Stop (2012)
- I Can Hear You (2011)
- Chris Pierce Live at the Hotel Cafe (2009)
- Walking on the Earth (2007)
- Static Trampoline (2005)
- Intimate Moments (2004)
- Liberation Vol. 1 (2002)
References
- ^ Paris, Melina. "Chris Pierce's American Silence Testifies Trauma Through Grace". Random Lengths News. Retrieved 11 June 2021.
- ^ Callwood, Brett. "SOUL SINGER CHRIS PIERCE IS UNDETERRED BY HEARING LOSS". LA Weekly. Retrieved 11 June 2021.
- ^ Callwood, Brett. "SOUL SINGER CHRIS PIERCE IS UNDETERRED BY HEARING LOSS". LA Weekly. Retrieved 11 June 2021.
- ^ a b Ruggieri, Melissa (June 23, 2005). "The Fortunate One; Chance Encounter Leads Pierce to Tour with Seal". Richmond Times-Dispatch. Retrieved 2010-10-31.
- ^ Callwood, Brett. "SOUL SINGER CHRIS PIERCE IS UNDETERRED BY HEARING LOSS". LA Weekly. Retrieved 11 June 2021.
- ^ Menconi, David (October 21, 2005). "Critic's picks: Rock", The News & Observer, p. WUP19.
- ^ The Press-Enterprise. Archived from the originalon October 31, 2010. Retrieved 2010-10-31.
- ^ Beal, Jim Jr. (November 21, 2008). "Overnight: B. B. King", San Antonio Express-News, p. A2.
- ^ a b Hilton, Robin. "New Music Friday: The Top 8 Albums Out On Feb. 26". NPR Music. Retrieved 7 June 2021.
- ^ Shelburne, Craig. "CHRIS PIERCE WRITES AN ANTHEM FOR THE YOUNG, BLACK, AND BEAUTIFUL". The Bluegrass Situation. Retrieved 11 June 2021.
- ^ Moran, Pat. "Album Review: Chris Pierce Writes Incisive Protest Songs for Today". Acoustic Guitar. Retrieved 11 June 2021.
- ^ a b Cholst, Rachel. "Chris Pierce Issues Powerful Statement about 'American Silence'". No Depression. Retrieved 11 June 2021.
- ^ a b Freeman, Jon. "RS Country Music Picks for the Week of November 9th". Rolling Stone Country. Retrieved 7 June 2021.
- ^ Fotheringham, Alasdair. "Chris Pierce "American Silence"". Americana UK. Retrieved 11 June 2021.
- ^ Harcourt, Nic. "MORNING BECOMES ECLECTIC Chris Pierce". KCRW. Retrieved 11 June 2021.
External links
- Official website
- Chris Pierce at AllMusic
- Chris Pierce at IMDb