Chris Hillman

                                                                                  

Chris Hillman (born Christopher Hillman, December 4, 1942, in Los Angeles, California) was one of the original members of The Byrds (1965) with Roger McGuinn, Gene Clark, David Crosby, and Michael Clarke.

Along with frequent collaborator Gram Parsons, Chris Hillman was a key figure in the development of country rock, virtually defining one of America's most successful genres through his seminal work in the Byrds.

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Chris Hillman (born Christopher Hillman, December 4, 1942, in Los Angeles, California) was one of the original members of The Byrds (1965) with Roger McGuinn, Gene Clark, David Crosby, and Michael Clarke.

Along with frequent collaborator Gram Parsons, Chris Hillman was a key figure in the development of country rock, virtually defining one of America's most successful genres through his seminal work in the Byrds.

While perhaps not as much of a household name as many of his contemporaries, Hillman nonetheless has carved a permanent and positive niche in music history, and has provided recognized, lasting influence in rock, bluegrass and country music.

Hillman is a member of the Greek Orthodox faith, having been an Evangelical Christian back in the 80’s, he has since converted to the orthodox faith.

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