Criss Oliva | |
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 Oliva in 1991 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Christopher Michael Oliva |
| Born | April 3, 1963 Pompton Plains, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Died | October 17, 1993 (aged 30) Thonotosassa, Florida,[1] U.S. |
| Genres | |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instruments | Guitar |
| Years active | 1978–1993 |
| Formerly of | Savatage |
Christopher Michael Oliva (April 3, 1963 – October 17, 1993) was an American musician who was the lead guitarist and co-founder of the heavy metal band Savatage. During his lifetime, he released seven studio albums and one EP with the band.
- ^ Green, Tony (October 19, 1993). "Associates Mourn Savatage Star". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved November 19, 2021.