Biography
Chris Piquette - Guitar and vocals
Nick Newman - Drums
Ryan Andrews - Bass
When Chris Piquette entered Western Massachusetts's music scene at the age of 16, he immediately gained recognition as one of the areas most prominent performers. The deeply expressive guitarist, singer, and songwriter developed a large following with his first band, the blues/rock trio, Blue Illusion.
While touring the Northeast, opportunities arose for Chris to share the stage with blues legends Lucky Peterson, Anthony Gomes, and Chris Duarte. Chris also had the distinct privilege of playing with world-renowned guitarist Les Paul at the Iridium Jazz Club in New York City, as well as with regional artist Susan Angeletti on the island of Curacao. Chris has collaborated on several diverse projects including Crosstown Blues Band, The Chris Piquette Band, Trip Delight Fantastic, Liquid Floyd, Black Dog, Alternative Nation, as well as performing acoustically. Chris has crafted a unique sound derived from Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Robben Ford, blending blues, jazz, rock, funk, and soul.
In the spirit of the SRV power trio combined with progressive song writing comparable to that of Jonny Lang and Kenny Wayne Shepard, this band of 18 year olds have been playing their way through east coast venues and has garnered more attention in their first three months than many bands see after years of playing!
Chris Piquette fronts the band with his acclaimed guitar work and strong vocals. Audiences stand mesmerized as solos flow effortlessly through him to his metallic blue stratocaster.
Chris is complimented with the impressive Nick Newman on drums and prodigy Ryan Andrews on bass.
This group came together in the Summer of 2001 and they haven't looked back since. When you experience the live sound it's truly hard to believe the quality of music performed by these three 17 year olds.
Their recent sold out show at Theodores (national blues venue, Springfield, Ma) introduced the band to the blues community and ToneCool records. The faces in the audience told the story of the impact that these three young men deliver in their live performance. Powerful and expressive Blues/Rock and Roll done up right.
Witness the beginnings of something extraordinary!
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