Chris Waddell

Chris Waddell - lead guitar, vocals

Chris is an acoustic electric guitarist with American roots background in many different genres of music, with over 20 years of experience performing in various configurations. Currently you may find Chris hosting his weekly Thursday night Grateful Jam at the iconic Rusty Nail in Ardmore, Pa where musicians flock for the chance to share the stage with such an accomplished musician. Chris has 25 years as a professional artist in many configurations of bands such as Crazy Fingers Band, Sage and Spirit, Fragile Thunder, KCB Band, Big Ern and Ferguson. As a force in the South Florida live music scene Chris has opened for many national acts including The Band , Donna the Buffalo, and The Radiators. Chris is a “guitarist’s guitarist” whose amazing sound comes from hours spent honing his “tone”. His customized rig consists of an Ibanez Artist guitar, a Fender Duel Showman customized head, and Celestion 15 cabinet with Boss effects.

Chris is Director of Rockers in Recovery Unplugged, a program incorporating his addiction and recovery experience in a creative acoustic music therapy program channeling creativity as a path to recovery. Rockers in Recovery is a national nonprofit providing prevention and education to anyone who suffers with drug addiction/alcoholism, through music and Recovery Partners.