Hidden Pearl

Chris Kohn is an established singer songwriter who writes original music that is acoustic, organic, powerful and full of emotion. It's something new and captivating. A blend of acoustic rock, funk, jazz and soul all served up on a single platter. Songs can be deeply moving and emotional, while others are laid back jams with some mellow vocals laid on top. At shows, there is something for everyone - whether it is a new take on a cover song, or an original that draws you in - people leave happy at the end of the night. Growing up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a child of the 90's, Chris was heavily influenced by Pearl Jam in his youth and continues to pull from that today. 'Eddie Vedder is easily my biggest influence as far as writing from the heart goes, and for inspiration.' Milwaukee is a regular stop for mostly anyone touring the US, which was a blessing for a music lover. Live music was a huge part of growing up for Chris and he saw shows by all of the big acts that came through, plus tons of smaller shows. Finally, in late high school, he picked up a guitar himself, but it didn't really take until the latter part of college. Joining the band Remedy, Chris got his first taste of writing original music. 'I was the so-called lead guitarist, but I had no right to be a lead. I'm rhythm all the way.' Once Remedy broke up, Chris was forced to come up with his own sound and write his own way. After a few years of playing live shows and writing, Chris is finally releasing his debut CD 'Hidden Pearl' on June 11, 2013.