Chris Corner, an interview read by every loyal rock fan, is a British musician, composer, producer. The guy knows how to play the guitar, synthesizer, drum kit. This man made a revolution in the world of music in his time.
Brief facts about Chris
Chris Corner was born in England on January 23, 1974. The zodiac sign is Aquarius. He has been involved in musical activities all his life. Appeared on television several times. This happened for the first time in 2001, the last in 2005.
Chris Corner, whose height is about 170 cm, is now the leader of Sneaker Pimps and lead singer of IAMX. Both teams have become widely known throughout the world. More than once Chris came to the territory of Russia and Ukraine with his concerts. For example, in 2006 he was in Moscow, and in 2010 in Lviv. This person is deeply respected, loved and appreciated by everyone who understands the genres in which he works.
Biography
Chris was born into a working class family. At a young age, he was fond of creativity: music, cinema and architecture. For a long time, Chris worked with his friend. In 1995, the Sneaker Pimps team was already formed. A few years earlier, the artist, together with Howe, formed a duet. They were engaged in the creation of instrumental music in various styles. It should be noted that in the subsequent team, two friends always remained the main writers of the material, even when no less talented guys joined them.
Until the moment that SP was disbanded, the team managed to release several successful albums. Moreover, Corner, starting with the second release, became the leading vocalist. In 2004, material was released that announced the debut of IAMX.
Everything that Chris showed along with the new team, it should be noted, he did it himself without big financial investments. In the world of music and among critics, he earned good feedback and respect.
In 2006, Chris moved to Berlin, where he settled in a house built back in the days of the GDR.
Corner has repeatedly said that IAMX literally became his breath of air, because he saved him as an artist. Freedom, independence and complete creative relaxation - this is exactly what Chris lacked. He talked about how he had long dreamed of a similar concept. He created all the albums on his own, without the participation of anyone, from scratch. Due to the fact that over time many close people appeared around him, he was able to devote more energy to other forms of art.
Personal life
Chris Corner, whose personal life for fans is a taboo, talks a little about how and with whom he spends his time. Until 2011, the guy met with lead singer Robots in Disguise Sue Denim. It should be noted that their relationship lasted long enough - about 8 years. Around the artist there are constantly some rumors. However, officially Chris Corner, whose personal life is interesting to many, met only with Denim. Most often, the musician says on camera that he is free. Most do not believe these claims. He rarely appears in public with girls.
Sneaker pimps
Chris Corner has long been in a team called Sneaker Pimps. It was founded in 1995 in Reading. In the first album, the soloist was Kelly Dayton, but already in the second her voice was changed.
At the moment, the group has released three officially released albums and one that the world has not seen. The latter did not receive a release, because the record company refused to work with the collective.
In 2004, when Chris Corner formed the IAMX group, Sneaker Pimps actually split up. It should be noted that at this time two unrecorded albums remained.
In 2015, rumors appeared that the group was rebuilding and starting to create material. In early 2016, Howe and Corner personally confirmed this on their Twitter pages.
Discography of the group: Becoming X (1996), Becoming Remixed (1998), Splinter (1999), Bloodsport (2002).
Iamx
IAMX is a solo project created by Chris Corner. The official appearance date is 2004, London. It should be noted that the team is independent of labels, as it does not consist in any of the existing ones both in Britain and abroad. In addition to the musical sphere, the group is experimenting with theatrical performances, visual and lighting effects. IAMX performances are spontaneous, the soloist and other members of the team always interact with the audience, which is also required of them.
Thanks to its unique sound, Chris Corner, whose discography is filled with legendary releases, has become popular. His voice allows you to work both in electronic rock and in dark cabaret. He is able not only to rationally use his talents, but also to correctly program the sound.
Eight years the group was located in Berlin. In 2014, the guys moved to Los Angeles. IAMX lyrics speak about sexual identity, gender neutrality. Most of the repertoire is connected with issues of death, love, drugs, alienation, reflection. Chris criticizes religion, politics and modern society in some songs.
IAMX are famous for their expressive and unpredictable performances. Chris Corner, whose biography is described in detail in this article, personally creates his provocative images, stage sets.
During the concert of the collective on the large central screen, various video sequences are constantly broadcast, which are mounted by the artist himself. In them you can see fragments of the group’s performances, as well as elements of psychological films.
IAMX has six albums. For each of them, Chris was the producer.
Discography of the group: Kiss + Shallow (2004), The Altermative (2006), Kingdom of Welcome Addiction (2009), Volatile Times (2011), The Unified Field (2013), Metalonia (2015 g.).
Other activity
In addition to participating in groups, Chris Corner is engaged in composing activities. Also, a couple of times he flashed in the films in the role of himself. Fans are happy to see their idol on television, as Chris is not interested in a full-sized movie game.