Chris Cain

Chris Cain’s professional recording career began in 1987 with his debut album, ‘Late Night City Blues.’ This acclaimed release garnered significant attention, earning him four Blues Music Award nominations, including Guitarist of the Year, and established him as a prominent figure in the blues scene. Prior to his recording debut, Cain had already been performing professionally in clubs and at festivals since his teenage years. His dedication to his craft extended to musical education, where he taught jazz improvisation at both San Jose City College and San Jose State. Following his breakthrough, Cain signed with Blind Pig Records in 1990, embarking on a prolific period that saw the release of several highly regarded albums.

These releases further solidified his reputation, leading to significant industry recognition. In 2018, he received multiple nominations, including Blues Music Awards Guitarist of the Year, Blues Blast Awards Male Blues Artist of the Year, and Blues Blast Awards Best Contemporary Blues Album for ‘Chris Cain.’ In 2020, Cain signed with Alligator Records, marking a new chapter in his distinguished career. His debut album for the label, ‘Raisin’ Cain,’ was released in 2021, earning him further accolades, including Blues Music Award nominations for Best Contemporary Blues Artist and Best Blues Guitarist of the Year that same year. Most recently, Cain released his latest album, ‘Good Intentions Gone Bad,’ on Alligator Records in 2024.

Throughout his extensive career, Cain has also shared his expertise globally by conducting international guitar clinics, fostering the next generation of blues musicians.