singer songwriter acoustic fingerstyle guitarist
Pete Christie is a powerfully melodic and intelligent, lyrically diverse and thought-provoking singer-songwriter, and an extremely accomplished and versatile acoustic guitarist.
From his first professional group, The Skavengers, a dynamic 3-piece ska/rock outfit that began life in 1979, through to his stunning and critically acclaimed new album Frank – probably the epitome of his current solo acoustic work, Pete has proved to be a consumate songwriter, singer, performer, and entertainer.
These days, Pete is quoted as saying, “I limit “pub gigs” to the ones that have a reputation for promoting quality music, and concentrate on the venues that suit my songs; where the audience are there to actually listen, without me having to beat them into submission!!. I do tend to be a bit picky in that respect. I’ve done more than my fair share of the “spit and sawdust” places, all good experience and I learned a lot of stagecraft from it – a great apprenticeship.
I’ve now moved on to bigger venues and festivals – Although I’ve supported a diverse array of acts such as Dave Pegg of Fairport Convention as Peggy and PJ Wright, Nick Harper, Jeff Lang, Glenn Tillbrook, Ezio, Ruby Turner, Derrin Nauendorf, Hugh Cornwell, Bob Brozman, Martin Harley, etc. etc… I quite enjoy being “under the radar” (great expression).
I get a massive amount of fun walking on stage for the first time at a new venue knowing that not everyone is aware of what I do. And then watching their reaction!! That’s all part of the fun of touring and being an itinerant balladeer! It’s what keeps me on the road – it always has!”
Pete Christie June 2010 Newsletter
“Pete Christie stepped on to the stage as if it were his living room. …intense and passionate vocals, and a clear grasp of how to write a great song – and make it work. As always, this was very impressive stuff.”
Tony Foster BHOne.co.uk
“Excellent song – and an all-round good chap!”
John Peel
”Pete Christie is in a league of his own. Anyone who plays guitar should go and see Pete in action.” “…..a real education” “ ……mesmerising.“
Live Wire Sept 2009
“Pete Christie with nowhere to hide, just the man and a guitar, he’s a must to see for anyone who loves acoustic music.”
Mr.Kyps Review
“Charismatic guitarist and singer Pete Christie’s life affirming set is powerfully melodic and lyrically intelligent.”
The Troubadour, Earls Court