Bio

Chris and the Kingsmen is the brainchild of Chris Ward is a Christchurch based singer/songwriter and producer. His music style is influenced by a wide variety of artists including Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Ben Harper, Sublime and Bruce Springsteen to mention a few.

When Chris was going through the process of building his own studio, he was put in contact with producer TeMatera Smith (Troy Kingi, Tony Durant, Seventy One Sunset, Symphony of Screams etc.), who agreed to come to Christchurch and provide advice. During conversation Chris mentioned he had a small recording project of a few songs, and after he had heard the strength of the demos, TeMatera offered his services as producer. “I was surprised and taken aback by the depth and quality of this hitherto unknown songwriter” says Smith, “and felt compelled to be a part of his journey to produce a wonderful album… and that it is. A work of which I am very proud”. It was decided that twelve numbers would be recorded over two sessions and the resulting album Regular Joe includes the very first song Chris ever wrote, as well as one which was only written between sessions.

The first single Baby Blue was co written by Chris and longtime friend and collaborator Ben Crosson. "It's a simple song really. We got together and wrote it to try and capture the moment when your eyes lock with someone who completely mesmerizes you".
The single will be released 29 November 2019 followed by the album in January 2020.

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