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Chris Thomas King - Telluride Blues & Brews 2005

Live performance 9/18/05 at the Telluride Blues and Brews Festival

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Chris Thomas King grew up impoverished but in a rich musical culture. Initially known for his audacious fusion of blues and hip-hop, King reached a whole new audience starring in and scoring music for the Coen Brothers film “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” not only appearing on the award-winning soundtrack, but establishing himself as a serious dramatic actor as well. King has continued to act in and score motion pictures including the Oscar winning “Ray.” King has written and recorded more than 150 songs that are in demand for license to motion pictures, documentaries and television programs. Chris Thomas King is the son of respected Louisiana bluesman and juke joint owner Tabby Thomas and thus was surrounded by music from a very young age. He began playing trumpet in sixth grade and learned guitar shortly thereafter, soaking up as much as he could by hanging out at his father's club “Tabby’s Blues Box,” with the older musicians. A few of King’s early musical heroes were Miles Davis, John Coltrane Freddie King and Jimi Hendrix. King admired artists that pushed the envelope and were not afraid to go out on a limb. When people ask me why go out on a limb with your music, I say, because that’s where the fruit is.” Chris Thomas King’s ground breaking hip-hop blues recordings had a major impact on hip-hop music. King’s Influence on artists such as Nas, Bubba Sparks, Common, Mos Def, Kenye West, Cowboy Troy and others brought the sound of the blues to his hip-hop generation. “Although my hip-hop blues style introduced me to a new audience. I’ve decided to move on for now. I mean Miles Davis created Kind Of Blue and moved on.” He later created Bitches Brew and moved on from there. One of the most important aspects of a recording artist is to have something new to say. I think re-invention keeps things interesting especially if you plan to be around awhile.” King said. He has also influenced rock acts such as Kid Rock and the White Stripes (White Stripes recently released a new book titled “21st Century Blues” proclaiming they are a “21st Century Blues” band.) Now, 20 years after his humble beginnings Chris Thomas King is one of the most recognized and influential blues guitarist in the world. http://www.christhomasking.com/

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