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Christopher Mix was by far the largest new celebrity of 1980, virtually defining adult modern radio with some smoothly sophisticated ballads like the chart-topping “Sailing”; apparently as quickly mainly because he shot to popularity, however, his celebrity descended, although he continuing documenting and touring for a long time to come. Given birth to Christopher Geppert in San Antonio, TX on, may 3, 1951, Combination first surfaced within the Austin-based cover music group Flash before putting your signature on a solo agreement with Warner Bros. within the fall of 1978. His self-titled debut LP made an appearance two years afterwards, with the business lead single “Trip Like the Blowing wind” rocketing to the quantity two place; the massive achievement of the next single, “Cruising,” made Combination a superstar, and in the wake of two even more Top 20 strikes, “Never Be exactly the same” and “State YOU WILL BE Mine,” he strolled off using a record-setting five Grammys in 1981, including Greatest New Musician and Tune of the entire year for “Cruising.” He shortly scored another number one in addition to an Academy Award with “Arthur’s Theme (Greatest THAT CAN BE DONE),” which he co-wrote with Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager, and Peter Allen for the smash Dudley Moore film humor Arthur. Combination’ much-anticipated sophomore work, Another Page, found its way to 1983, but aside from the very best Ten admittance “Think about Laura” (popularized through its continuous presence for the day time soap sensation General Medical center), the record failed to do it again the achievement of its forerunner, and somewhat incredibly, he never came back to the very best 40 once again. Every Switch of the planet appeared to small see in 1985, so when 1988’s Back again of My Brain failed to graph altogether, Combination was lowered by Warner. His following album, Rendezvous, didn’t show up until five years down the road BMG. Window implemented in 1995, and in 1998 he agreed upon to CMC International for Strolling in Avalon, a two-disc work split between brand-new studio materials and live recordings of his past strikes. Cross returned within the springtime of 2000 using the Red Room. 2 yrs afterwards, Rhino released the extensive hit collection THE MOST EFFECTIVE of Christopher Combination. Cross shut out the 10 years with a Xmas record in 2007 and an acoustic record known as The Cafe Carlyle Periods in 2008. Dr. Beliefs, his first assortment of fresh songs in a decade, appeared in nov 2010.
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| # | Fact |
|---|---|
| 1 | His song "Think of Laura" cracked the American Top 10 pop radio charts at #9 in early 1984. Moreover, "Think of Laura" peaked at #1 on the adult contemporary radio chart. His previous songs "Never Be the Same" and "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" likewise peaked at #1 on the adult contemporary radio chart. In addition, "Never Be the Same" went all the way to #15 on the Top 40 pop radio charts in late 1980. |
| 2 | Wrote the lyrics to his hit song "Ride Like the Wind" while high on acid. |
| 3 | Wrote and recorded three songs that were Top 10 pop radio hits in America in the early 1980's: "Sailing" and "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" both peaked at #1 while "Ride Like the Wind" went all the way to #2. |
| 4 | Grew up in Austin, Texas. |
| 5 | Is the only recording artist to win the quadruple Grammy grand slam - Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best New Artist - for his debut album "Sailing" (1980). To date (2003) this record remains unbroken. |
| 6 | Cross also performed the opening song to the movie Arthur (1981) starring Dudley Moore. He co-wrote the song with Carole Bayer Sager and Burt Bacharach. |
| 7 | Winner of 5 Grammys (USA), including Record and Album of the year awards in 1981. |
Soundtrack
Soundtrack
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quick Reviews with Maverick | TV Series performer - 1 episode, 2016 writer - 1 episode, 2016 | ||
| The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon | TV Series writer - 4 episodes, 2015 performer - 1 episode, 2015 | ||
| Glastonbury 2015 | 2015 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Glee | TV Series writer - 2 episodes, 2010 - 2015 performer - 1 episode, 2010 | ||
| Dancing on Ice | TV Series performer - 2 episodes, 2014 writer - 2 episodes, 2014 | ||
| Jimmy Kimmel Live! | TV Series performer - 1 episode, 2013 writer - 1 episode, 2013 | ||
| Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues | 2013 | performer: "Ride Like The Wind" / writer: "Ride Like The Wind" | |
| The Voice of the Philippines | 2013 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Turbo | 2013 | performer: "Sailing" / writer: "Sailing" | |
| Betas | TV Series performer - 1 episode, 2013 writer - 1 episode, 2013 | ||
| The Watch | 2012/I | performer: "Sailing" / writer: "Sailing" | |
| Community | 2011 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Arthur | 2011/I | writer: "Arthur's Theme Best That You Can Do" | |
| Late Night with Jimmy Fallon | TV Series music - 1 episode, 2011 performer - 1 episode, 2009 writer - 1 episode, 2009 | ||
| Knight and Day | 2010 | performer: "Ride Like the Wind" / writer: "Ride Like the Wind" | |
| The Early Show | TV Series performer - 1 episode, 2008 writer - 1 episode, 2008 | ||
| The Singing Bee | 2007 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| American Idol | TV Series 1 episode, 2007 writer - 1 episode, 2002 | ||
| Flushed Away | 2006 | performer: "Sailing" / writer: "Sailing" | |
| Australian Idol | 2006 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| I Love the 80's 3-D | TV Series documentary performer - 1 episode, 2005 writer - 1 episode, 2005 | ||
| Will & Grace | TV Series lyrics - 1 episode, 2004 music - 1 episode, 2004 performer - 1 episode, 2001 writer - 1 episode, 2001 | ||
| Idols | 2003 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Dickie Roberts: Former Child Star | 2003 | performer: "Ride Like the Wind" / writer: "Ride Like the Wind" | |
| Bara no jujika | 2002 | TV Mini-Series performer: "Arthur's Theme" / writer: "Arthur's Theme" | |
| Pop Idol | 2001 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Mystery Science Theater 3000 | 1997 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Private Parts | 1997 | performer: "Sailing" / writer: "Sailing" | |
| Die Eisprinzessin | 1996 | TV Movie performer: "For the First Time" | |
| Shake Rattle & Roll IV | 1992 | performer: "Sailing" | |
| The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air | TV Series performer - 1 episode, 1991 writer - 1 episode, 1991 | ||
| Derrick | TV Series performer - 1 episode, 1990 writer - 1 episode, 1990 | ||
| Just the Ten of Us | 1988 | TV Series "Swept Away" | |
| Growing Pains | TV Series performer - 3 episodes, 1987 - 1988 writer - 3 episodes, 1987 - 1988 | ||
| Nothing in Common | 1986 | performer: "Loving Strangers" / writer: "Loving Strangers" | |
| Salute! | 1983 | TV Series writer - 1 episode | |
| Elas por Elas | 1982 | TV Series performer: "Forever" | |
| The 54th Annual Academy Awards | 1982 | TV Special documentary performer: "Arthur's Theme Best That You Can Do" / writer: "Arthur's Theme Best That You Can Do" | |
| Top of the Pops | 1982 | TV Series performer - 2 episodes | |
| Arthur | 1981 | performer: "Arthur's Theme Best That You Can Do" / writer: "Arthur's Theme Best That You Can Do" | |
| WKRP in Cincinnati | TV Series performer - 1 episode, 1980 writer - 1 episode, 1980 |
Actor
Actor
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Backline | 2010 | TV Series | Musical Guest (2010) |
| The Plot Against Harry | 1989 | Telethon MC |
Self
Self
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon | 2015 | TV Series | Himself - Musical Guest |
| Jimmy Kimmel Live! | 2013 | TV Series | Himself - Musical Guest |
| ALL ATX: A Celebration of Austin Musicians | 2013 | TV Movie | Himself |
| El hormiguero | 2011 | TV Series | Himself - Guest |
| Wetten, dass..? | 2011 | TV Series | Himself |
| Willkommen bei Carmen Nebel | 2009 | TV Series | Himself |
| Late Night with Jimmy Fallon | 2009 | TV Series | Himself - Musical Guest |
| The Best of Rock 'n' Roll Greats in Concert | 2005 | Video | Himself |
| VH-1 Where Are They Now? | 2002 | TV Series documentary | Himself |
| Living Legends of Rock & Roll: Live from Itchycoo Park | 2000 | Video | Himself |
| An Evening with Christopher Cross | 1999 | Video documentary | Himself |
| 1999 Blockbuster Entertainment Awards | 1999 | TV Special | Himself |
| Crook & Chase | 1996 | TV Series | Himself |
| Howard Stern | 1995 | TV Series | Himself |
| Solid Gold | 1986 | TV Series | Himself |
| TROS TV Show | 1983 | TV Series documentary | Himself |
| Na sowas! | 1983 | TV Series | Himself |
| The 54th Annual Academy Awards | 1982 | TV Special documentary | Himself - Performer & Winner: Best Original Song |
| Night of 100 Stars | 1982 | TV Special | Himself |
| The 24th Annual Grammy Awards | 1982 | TV Special | Himself |
| An Audience with Dudley Moore | 1981 | TV Movie | Himself - Performer |
| The 23rd Annual Grammy Awards | 1981 | TV Special | Himself |
| The 22nd Annual Grammy Awards | 1980 | TV Special | Himself |
Archive Footage
Archive Footage
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| My Music: Burt Bacharach's Best | 2013 | TV Movie | Himself |
| Top of the Pops | 1982 | TV Series | Himself |
Won awards
Won awards
| Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie | Award shared with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | ASCAP Award | ASCAP Film and Television Music Awards | Most Performed Feature Film Standards | Arthur (1981) | · Peter Allen · Burt Bacharach · Carole Bayer Sager |
| 1982 | Oscar | Academy Awards, USA | Best Music, Original Song | Arthur (1981) | · Burt Bacharach · Carole Bayer Sager · Peter Allen |
| 1982 | Golden Globe | Golden Globes, USA | Best Original Song - Motion Picture | Arthur (1981) | · Burt Bacharach (music) · Carole Bayer Sager (music) · Peter Allen (lyrics) |
Nominated awards
Nominated awards
| Year | Award | Ceremony | Nomination | Movie | Award shared with |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Primetime Emmy | Primetime Emmy Awards | Outstanding Achievement in Music and Lyrics | Growing Pains (1985) | · Steve Dorff (composer) · John Bettis (lyricist) |
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| # | Quote |
|---|---|
| 1 | The only way to really make any money in the business now is live shows because everything is diluted and it's all over the Internet for free. |
| 2 | I'm really glad I had my fifteen minutes of fame when I did. |
| 3 | My passion and commitment to music haven't diminished a bit, and I make no apologies for exploring mature subjects. |
| 4 | Of course, I'm still a romantic at heart. |
| 5 | I'm a very nonpolitical and nonintellectual lyricist. But people have so many demands on them already in their lives. I'm just trying to give them a little enjoyment and relaxation. |
| 6 | Before I came along there had been disco, then a lot of chainsaw radio and punk. People of the age group that buy my records were a little tired of that...saying I'd sure like to hear a song now and then. |
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