Singer, songwriter, guitarist extraordinaire, that is Chris Duarte. The San Antonio, TX native was born on February 16, 1963. After seeing "Fiddler On The Roaf" on television at the tender age of 8, Chris became interested in music. He started out playing his brother's guitar until he purchased his own electric guitar at 14. At 16, upon moving to Austin, TX, Chris paid $500 for his first Fender Stratocaster and began absorbing the music of such jazz greats as Miles Davis and John Coltrane as well as the Austin blues scene. Jazz is one of many genres that continue to influence his music today. Other influences include Jimi Hendrix, Howlin' Wolf and Bob Dylan.
Chris' guitar playing is a style all his own, mixing elements of blues, rock, jazz, psychedelic and anything else he cares to throw at the audience. His style of play is so well received, in 1995 he was voted "Best New Talent" by the readers of Guitar Player magazine. Chris and his group are coming to Pittsburgh for their CD release party along with Mulebone. It promises to be a scorching night of funky, fire-breathing blues. Get there early for the 8:30 show. You'll be glad you did. Until next time, boys and girls. Keep It Bluesy!
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