BIO
I was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada. From the age of three I was taking piano lessons and over the next fifteen years I continued through the Royal Conservatory of Music, as well as learning many other instruments along the way. By the time college hit, I moved to Los Angeles and was actively pursuing a full time career in music.
THE LIVE LOOPING SHOW
Back in the 90's I remember watching a video of Howie Day performing his song "Bunnies" for an HBO special where he looped his acoustic guitar and voice. I have never been the same. Over the years, amidst performing and touring with different artists, I've spent my time working on developing an extensive live looping show. For each show I aim to create a unique experience by making one artist sound like a full band while performing popular music from a wide range of artists and styles from all different decades. Everything is created in front of you. There are no tracks used. I enjoy bring you as the listener into the process of making music.
MAKING MUSIC...
I have had the opportunity to travel extensively and perform with artists such as Justin Bieber, Sarah McLachlan, Smash Mouth, OAR, Mike Posner, Boyd Tinsley and Rashawn Ross from The Dave Matthews Band, Chris Mann (the Voice) and others. Other shows acting as direct support included acts such as The Chain Smokers, Snoop Dogg, DMC, Goo Goo Dolls, Tonic, Will.i.Am, LMFAO, OAR, Alice Cooper, STYX, India Arie, Snoop Dog, Steve Aoki, Kid Rock and more…
For 13 years I acted as the Music Director for Kelley James, an independent artist performing 80-120 shows a year for private and corporate events including Oakley, PGA Tour, AT&T, WheelsUp, Casamigos Tequila, Farmers insurance and many others. In 2021 I went on as his Chief Operating Officer until early 2022 when I moved on to spend more time dedicated to developing my own music ventures as well as my new media company Morii Media. (to be launching full soon!)
TAKES YOU PLACES...
I have had the privilege and opportunity to perform on stages such as Red Rocks and the FOX Theatre in Colorado, First Ave in MN, Rockwood in NYC and all of the major Los Angeles Clubs (The Roxy, The Wiskey-a-go-go, The Viper Room, The Mint, The Troubadour, The Key Club and more).
I am an endorsed Taylor Guitar Artist and am enjoying developing and performing my live looping show during my Residency at the Montage Resort in Laguna Beach, California. Other endorsements and professional relationships include: Mono Cases, Carbonetti Guitars, Reunion Blues, Fender, Pelican, SKB, 7th Generation Capos, D'Addario, JetLinx, NewEra, Guitar Center and Sweetwater.
On the composition side I have written/composed for Clients such as Mattel, Cisco, Marlboro and have had my music showcased in shows such as BayWatch, Nat Geo, Brain Games, Alaska Gold Diggers, Diesel Brothers, Impractical Jokers, NightWatch, Pawn Stars, Say Yes to the Dress, The Voice, Workaholics, and many more.
My Filmography includes: Right Makes Might, No Safe Spaces, Diamond To The Rough, Citizen of the Planet, The Aviatrix, and Chalk.
IMDB
WHAT'S NEXT...
After being in the industry for this long, one of the most rewarding aspects has been meeting other people with similar interests but with other skills and talents. When these groups choose to work together amazing things can happen and this is the case for the next venture.
Working alongside old and new friends I have put together a team of experienced multimedia creators, entertainers and audio technicians from across the country to form a new Creative Agency, CLJ, Inc.
Under this new umbrella we as a team will be able to better meet the ever growing needs of those looking to up their professional game in the digital world. Whether its through our media branch "Morii Media" where we offer everything from facelifting old logos and websites to complete re-branding or to help you book THE CURRENT , the best live band entertainment for your next corporate, wedding or private event anywhere on the planet, we at CLJ, Inc can make it happen.
We are looking forward to working with you!
For more information or to contact Chris and the team, click here
I was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada. From the age of three I was taking piano lessons and over the next fifteen years I continued through the Royal Conservatory of Music, as well as learning many other instruments along the way. By the time college hit, I moved to Los Angeles and was actively pursuing a full time career in music.
THE LIVE LOOPING SHOW
Back in the 90's I remember watching a video of Howie Day performing his song "Bunnies" for an HBO special where he looped his acoustic guitar and voice. I have never been the same. Over the years, amidst performing and touring with different artists, I've spent my time working on developing an extensive live looping show. For each show I aim to create a unique experience by making one artist sound like a full band while performing popular music from a wide range of artists and styles from all different decades. Everything is created in front of you. There are no tracks used. I enjoy bring you as the listener into the process of making music.
MAKING MUSIC...
I have had the opportunity to travel extensively and perform with artists such as Justin Bieber, Sarah McLachlan, Smash Mouth, OAR, Mike Posner, Boyd Tinsley and Rashawn Ross from The Dave Matthews Band, Chris Mann (the Voice) and others. Other shows acting as direct support included acts such as The Chain Smokers, Snoop Dogg, DMC, Goo Goo Dolls, Tonic, Will.i.Am, LMFAO, OAR, Alice Cooper, STYX, India Arie, Snoop Dog, Steve Aoki, Kid Rock and more…
For 13 years I acted as the Music Director for Kelley James, an independent artist performing 80-120 shows a year for private and corporate events including Oakley, PGA Tour, AT&T, WheelsUp, Casamigos Tequila, Farmers insurance and many others. In 2021 I went on as his Chief Operating Officer until early 2022 when I moved on to spend more time dedicated to developing my own music ventures as well as my new media company Morii Media. (to be launching full soon!)
TAKES YOU PLACES...
I have had the privilege and opportunity to perform on stages such as Red Rocks and the FOX Theatre in Colorado, First Ave in MN, Rockwood in NYC and all of the major Los Angeles Clubs (The Roxy, The Wiskey-a-go-go, The Viper Room, The Mint, The Troubadour, The Key Club and more).
I am an endorsed Taylor Guitar Artist and am enjoying developing and performing my live looping show during my Residency at the Montage Resort in Laguna Beach, California. Other endorsements and professional relationships include: Mono Cases, Carbonetti Guitars, Reunion Blues, Fender, Pelican, SKB, 7th Generation Capos, D'Addario, JetLinx, NewEra, Guitar Center and Sweetwater.
On the composition side I have written/composed for Clients such as Mattel, Cisco, Marlboro and have had my music showcased in shows such as BayWatch, Nat Geo, Brain Games, Alaska Gold Diggers, Diesel Brothers, Impractical Jokers, NightWatch, Pawn Stars, Say Yes to the Dress, The Voice, Workaholics, and many more.
My Filmography includes: Right Makes Might, No Safe Spaces, Diamond To The Rough, Citizen of the Planet, The Aviatrix, and Chalk.
IMDB
WHAT'S NEXT...
After being in the industry for this long, one of the most rewarding aspects has been meeting other people with similar interests but with other skills and talents. When these groups choose to work together amazing things can happen and this is the case for the next venture.
Working alongside old and new friends I have put together a team of experienced multimedia creators, entertainers and audio technicians from across the country to form a new Creative Agency, CLJ, Inc.
Under this new umbrella we as a team will be able to better meet the ever growing needs of those looking to up their professional game in the digital world. Whether its through our media branch "Morii Media" where we offer everything from facelifting old logos and websites to complete re-branding or to help you book THE CURRENT , the best live band entertainment for your next corporate, wedding or private event anywhere on the planet, we at CLJ, Inc can make it happen.
We are looking forward to working with you!
For more information or to contact Chris and the team, click here
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