Acclaimed multifaceted vocalist and musician, Chris has a most impressive resume as a performing artist, musician, music educator, songwriter, producer, business owner, and artist in residence with over 25 years of experience. His passion for using his music to make a change is prevalent in every lyric; every rhythm; every note. Change – in the way people listen to music, the way it makes them feel, and how it affects the community.
Chris has had the honor of working with many notable artists as lead / background / producer / studio session / musician / including Grammy award-winning artist/vocalist Mark Kibble (Take 6), Marva King, Roger Ryan, Anthony Crawford, and more. Born in Chicago, raised in Lumberton Mississippi, and now residing in Milwaukee Wisconsin – Chris’s musical birthright was just the foundation of a greater platform. Born into a family of musicians, Chris has played an instrument since the age of 7.
Determined to leave his mark on the world where only the strong survive – Chris Crain has dedicated his greatest passion to making everything and everyone around him better, including himself.
Born with a special birth defect called Brachial Plexus Palsy, he’s determined to show the world that even when your journey is an expected hard and long road, the only thing that will keep you from your dreams is you.
To be the next Jammin’ Mic Check artist, submit your best music today.
Every month, we’ll pick one Milwaukee artist to showcase to the whole city!
Submit your music to miccheck@jammin983.com
Please include:
• your contact info: name, email, phone #
• one original song in mp3 format
• link to or copy of your clean music (explicit music will not be considered!)
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