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Chris Knox - CD Release and Benefit gig
TV3's Campbell Live did a splendid interview with Chris and his partner Barbara this evening (watch it here), and even though Chris can only say yes or no, he was clearly moved by the generosity of spirit of his fellow musos in contributing to this album and making it happen. From the bits I've heard of it, the album sounds like a magnificent tribute to the astonishing body of songs that Chris has built up over his career - which is not over yet. He's starting to work on some new music too, according to Russell Brown.


Press release on the CD and album launch gig...
"On June 11 this year musician, artist, father, writer, film critic & jandal wearer Chris Knox suffered a life-altering stroke at his home in Grey Lynn.

Everyone wanted to do something to help. So a bunch of his muso mates from NZ and around the world have gotten together to do what they do best to celebrate Chris’ music by recording versions of his songs.

The resulting album is a chance for Chris’ many fans and friends to contribute to his future.

The double CD ‘STROKE – Songs For Chris Knox’ is being released in New Zealand on Monday November 16.

The album features tracks by such artists as Jay Reatard, Shayne Carter, The Mountain Goats, The Verlaines, Boh Runga, David Kilgour, Don McGlashan, Will Oldham and many more – 32 tracks in all.

There is a party &; benefit gig for Chris to celebrate the release of this album Friday November 20 at The Kings Arms. Get along!

The line-up is Dimmer (featuring Shayne Carter’s back catalogue), Don McGlashan, David Kilgour, The Bellbirds, & The Pyjama Party (featuring Neil Finn). Entry is $30 which includes a copy of the double CD ‘STROKE – Songs For Chris Knox’. Doors open at 8.30pm. No pre-sales.