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Quick Facts

Born:
1956-06-26

Birthplace:
Stockton, California, USA

Credits:
55 Total Roles

Chris Isaak

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Biography

Christopher Joseph Isaak (born June 26, 1956) is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and occasional actor. He is widely known for his breakthrough hit and signature song "Wicked Game", as well as songs such as "Blue Hotel", "Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing" and "Somebody's Crying". He is known for his reverb-laden rockabilly revivalist style and wide vocal range. His songs generally focus on the themes of love, loss and heartbreak. With a career spanning four decades, Isaak has released a total of 13 studio albums, toured, and received numerous award nominations. He is often compared to Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, Ricky Nelson, and Duane Eddy.

Isaak is closely associated with film director David Lynch, who has used his music in numerous films. As an actor, he's had supporting roles and bit parts in films such as Married to the Mob, The Silence of the Lambs, Little Buddha, That Thing You Do! and Lynch's Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me, and starred in two television series: the sitcom The Chris Isaak Show and the talk show The Chris Isaak Hour.

Known For

Full Filmography

Year Title Role
2016 RockNRollers MOVIE Self
2014 Over the Garden Wall TV Enoch / Additional Voices (voice)
2014 Twin Peaks: The Missing Pieces MOVIE Special Agent Chester Desmond
2012 Chris Isaak: Beyond The Sun Live MOVIE Self - Vocalist, rhythm guitar
2012 Chris Isaak: Live in Concert and Greatest Hits Live Concert MOVIE Self – Vocals
2010 Chris Isaak - San Javier 2010 MOVIE Self
2010 Hot in Cleveland TV Chase Jackson
2009 The Chris Isaak Hour TV Self - Host
2009 O Melhor do Flash Back - 92 Clipes Para Recordar MOVIE Self (archive footage)
2008 The Best Of Sound Stage MOVIE Self

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