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Chris Aguayo Press Kit
Chris Aguayo is a uniquely talented songwriter and composer who lives in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania. Influenced by a
plethora of music genres, Chris has developed polished sound throughout his years in the music industry. His creative and
melodic approach to the guitar, which derives from jazz, rock, pop, classical, and ambient music, plays a big role in his
composing. Chris also writes lyrics, sings, plays a handful of instruments, and records music in his recording studio.
www.chrisaguayo.com
Chris Aguayo has developed an impressive internet fanbase in addition to local promotion. He has thousands of facebook,
reverbnation, twitter, soundcloud, and youtube likes and holds the #1 position in his area on reverbnation. He has also
enjoyed radio time from several stations including MuseBoat Radio, Hamilton Radio, Gashouse Radio, Bop.FM, and more.
Two of his singles, “Don’t You Worry” and “I’m Not Afraid” have made it to the top of the “top 25 charts” and comfortably
stayed on the charts for months.
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In January 2014, Chris teamed up with some of the best working musicians and recorded a live instrumental performance
as a lead guitarist and released the full show on youtube. This performance includes original compositions of his as well as
arrangements of popular American songs. His cover of “Chromazone” by Mike Stern has over 2000 views on youtube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ool9tVq_Hgg
Chris Aguayo has performed at legendary venues with past groups including Avery Fisher Hall, Starland Ballroom, and The
Stone Pony. He has also played shows in many different areas.
Look out for a couple more live concerts to be released in the next year, as well as studio-recorded singles. Also look out
for the release of his music video for his upcoming single, “We Won’t Take This Anymore.
Chris is a member of Broadcast Music Inc (BMI, NY) and Society of Composers and Lyricists (NY).
"He plays everything you hear on his recordings, and impressively the songs do not sound disjointed at all. In fact, until I
read that he played everything himself I would have sworn it was a full band. Everything flows well and sounds great." PaperBlog
“Ultimate Music Mix is proud to present, Chris Aguayo, this artist is a real joy to listen to, his songs fluxuate between
alternative, and rock, Chris has a few songs that are a great mix that he is able to provide to the listener.” - Ultimate Music
Mix
"Great new song! Your music has a retro feel while still sounding current. Excellent work!" - John Kaefer
Premieres:
4/13/2014 "Polychromic Island" & "An Ocean Musing" (words by H.C. Ray) - Moravian College Composer's Concert
4/12/2014 "Mighty Mo" - Moravian College 16th President Inauguration Co-commissioned by Moravian College
1/26/2014 "Modal Blues", & "Snow Bell" (duo version) - Live 2014 CD (see discography page)
12/6/2013 "Snow Bell" (for guitar and flute ensemble) - Moravian Christmas Vespers
Featured Performances:
4/4/2014 - Featured electric guitar soloist for Jim Bonney's "Chaos Theory", written for Wind Ensemble
1/26/2014 - Live recording of jazz compositions and arrangements for guitar and jazz combo
11/22/2013 - Phil Woods and Moravian College Big Band performance (guitar)
11/8/2012 - Randy Brecker and Moravian College Big Band performance (guitar)
8/17/2010 - Elodie live at Crocodile Rock Mainstage (guitar/vocals)
6/21/2010 - Elodie live at The Starland Ballroom (guitar/vocals)
4/17/2010 - Elodie live at The Stone Pony - Break Contest Finals (guitar/vocals)
3/24/2010 - Ridge High School Orchestra at Avery Fisher Hall (co-principle bass)
8/23/2008 - Elodie live at The Starland Ballroom (guitar/vocals)
7/20/2008 - Elodie live at The Starland Ballroom (guitar/vocals)
Recordings (other than what is listed in Discography section)
Elodie EP, Aaron Richman - Revercity, Nat Levine - Makes Me Happy, PA Jazz Collective Winter Wonderland
Benefit Productions
Chris has produced and performed at more than a few benefit concerts as a teenager, raising money and awareness for
and about Darfur as well as natural disasters. All concerts were held at Bishop Janes Church in Basking Ridge, NJ.