Hans Chew

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Hans Chew
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Hans Chew in Brooklyn, NY
Background information
Birth nameHans-Harding Alexis Chew
Born (1975-11-04) November 4, 1975 (age 49)
Genres Rock & Roll, Americana, Piano Blues
OccupationMusician
Instrument(s) Piano, Guitar, Drums
Years active2007–Present
Labels Three Lobed, Divide by Zero, At The Helm
MembersHans Chew
Dave Cavallo
Ryan Jewel
Past membersJesse Wallace
Ricky Ortiz
Website Official Website

Hans Chew (November 4, 1975) is an American pianist originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee, [1] now based in New York City. He first gained recognition for his ragtime piano accompaniment to the late acoustic guitarist Jack Rose on his solo albums, The Black Dirt Sessions and Luck in the Valley. [2] Chew is also an original member of the psychedelic/country outfit D. Charles Speer & the Helix.

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In 2010, Hans Chew released his debut solo album Tennessee & Other Stories... in limited edition vinyl format. The album was heralded by British rock magazine Uncut as one of Best Albums of 2010.[ citation needed ] Uncut also nominated Hans Chew for their highest honor, the Uncut Music Award, whose previous winners include Fleet Foxes, Paul Weller and P.J. Harvey.[ citation needed ]

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