Chris Poland

Quick Facts

Full Name	Chris Poland
Occupation	Guitarist
Date Of Birth	Dec 1, 1957(1957-12-01)
Age	67
Birthplace	Dunkirk
Country	France
Birth City	Hauts-de-France
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Chris Poland Biography

Chris Poland is one of the most popular and richest Guitarist who was born on December 1, 1957 in Dunkirk, Hauts-de-France, France.

In 2009, Poland formed OHMphrey, a side-project with Robby Pagliari of OHM, and Jake Cinninger, Kris Myers, and Joel Cummins of progressive rock band Umphrey’s McGee.

Dave Mustaine referred to Poland as “an amazing guitar player—he can play circles around me”.

Chris Poland Net Worth

Chris Poland is one of the richest Guitarist from France. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Chris Poland 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Chris Poland (born December 1, 1957) is an American guitarist who was part of the thrash metal band Megadeth. He is also the guitarist of the instrumental rock/jazz fusion bands OHM and OHMphrey.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Chris Poland Dating?

According to our records, Chris Poland is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of December 1, 2023, Chris Poland’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Nicolas Ranked on the list of most popular Guitarist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in France. Chris Poland celebrates birthday on December 1 of every year.

Top Facts about Chris Poland

1. Chris Poland is an American guitarist born in 1957.
2. He was a member of Megadeth from 1984-1987.
3. Poland has released several solo albums since leaving Megadeth.
4. He has collaborated with other musicians, including OHM and Metal Church.
5. Poland’s playing style is known for its fusion of jazz and metal.
6. He was influenced by guitarists such as Jimi Hendrix and Allan Holdsworth.
7. Poland struggled with drug addiction but has been sober since the early 2000s.
8. In addition to guitar, he also plays bass and drums.
9. Poland has taught music at various schools and workshops around the world.
10. He continues to perform live shows and record new music today.

Is Chris Poland Polish?

DRG: It’s funny because (I’m Polish actually) and actually if you were Polish your name wouldn’t be Poland. Chris: Yeah, it would be Polanski. DRG: Or it would be Polska or something like that. Chris: Actually I’m German and Pennsylvania Dutch.

Is Chris Poland a good guitarist?

He has since continued to solidify his reputation as an exceptional musician and guitar player , leading such projects as his solo debut, Return to Metalopolis, and as the leader of the now defunct progressive band, Damn the Machine. Chris’ clean, overdriven tone, and legato phrasing make him instantly recognizable.

What guitar did Chris Poland play?

Poland used to play what seems to be a NJ Series BC Rich Bich back in his Megadeth days. The guitar is all black with the “Choose Deth” stickers above and below the pickups and a “Broken Bones” sticker below the bridge.

Did Chris Poland play on Rust in Peace?

Poland’s playing was later featured on the 2004 album “The System Has Failed”. In addition, Poland’s solos were used on the 2004 re-release of the classic album “Rust In Peace”.

How do you get the tone of Chris Poland?

You need to slide from the note of G immediately to the A note on the 17th fret and bend up straightaway by a whole tone. You let that down a semitone, giving you an A# and then back down to A. When that’s taken care of, hit the G note and bend upwards by a semitone, adding some proper Poland style vibrato.