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Kris began his professional career as a guitarist over two decades ago in Florida, eventually making the move to Los Angeles in the early 2000s. Upon arrival, Kris immediately became an on-demand session musician for the likes of Enrique Iglesias, Christina Aguilera, Dr. Dre, Dr. Luke, Cathy Dennis, and many more. <\/p>\n
After his successful tenure as a session musician, Kris shifted his focus to the production side of music, finding, developing, and pitching songs and artists for labels such as Sony, Universal Music Group, Hollywood Records and Interscope Records. <\/p>\n
Kris has also created an extensive catalog of music for use in film, television, and advertising. Securing placements with Bud Light, History Channel, Discovery Channel, and Nat Geo. <\/p>\n
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