Chris Whitley date of birth:
August 31, 1960
How old was Chris Whitley when died?
45
Where was Chris Whitley born?
Houston, Texas
When did Chris Whitley die?
November 20, 2005
How tall is Chris Whitley?
5' 8½" (174 cm)
Chris Whitley body shape:
Slim
What color is Chris Whitley's hair?
Black
What is Chris Whitley's ethnicity?
White
What is Chris Whitley nationality?
American
What is Chris Whitley's occupation?
Musician, Songwriter
What genre is Chris Whitley's work?
Blues rock, Blues, Blue eyed soul, Alternative country, Noise Rock
What instruments does Chris Whitley play?
Vocals, Resonator Guitar, Guitar, Banjo, Dobro, Foot Stomp
Short Biography
Christopher Becker Whitley (August 31, 1960 – November 20, 2005) was an American blues/rock singer-songwriter and guitarist. During his 25-year career he released more than a dozen albums, had two songs in the top 50 of the Billboard mainstream rock charts and received two Independent Music Awards. Whitley's sound was drawn from the traditions of blues, jazz and rock and he recorded songs by artists from many genres. He died in 2005 of lung cancer at the age of 45.