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Chris Austin

1964 – 1991

American musician

Singer Singer-songwriter Singing
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About Chris Austin

Lived 1964 – 1991 (aged 27). Chris Austin was an American singer, singer-songwriter and singing.

Christopher Clay Austin (February 24, 1964 – March 16, 1991) was an American country music singer. Austin was signed to Warner Bros. Records in 1988 and charted three singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. His highest-charting single, "Blues Stay Away from Me," was included on the 1989 compilation album New Tradition Sings the Old Tradition. Austin also co-wrote Ricky Skaggs' 1991 single "Same Ol' Love."

Austin was most known for playing guitar and fiddle for Ricky Skaggs's and Reba McEntire's road bands. Austin toured with McEntire until an airplane carrying Austin, six other members of McEntire's band, and her road manager crashed into a nearby mountain after taking off from an airport in San Diego, California, killing all on board.

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Important facts

Born
24 February 1964, Boone
Birth century
20th century
Died
16 March 1991, San Diego
Occupation
Singer, singer-songwriter, Singing
Nationality
United States
Also known as
Christopher Clay Austin

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Chris Austin?

American musician (1964-1991)

When was Chris Austin born?

Chris Austin was born on 24 February 1964 in Boone.

When did Chris Austin die?

Chris Austin died on 16 March 1991 in San Diego.

What was Chris Austin's occupation?

Chris Austin was a singer, singer-songwriter and singing.

What nationality was Chris Austin?

Chris Austin was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Chris Austin

· Wikidata: Q5105771

· DBpedia: Chris Austin

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