C. W. Stoneking | |
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Background information | |
Birth name | Christopher William Stoneking |
Born | Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia | 15 March 1974
Genres | Blues, country blues, vaudeville blues |
Occupation(s) | Musician, singer-songwriter |
Instrument(s) | Singing, guitar, banjo |
Years active | 1985–present |
Labels | Low Transit Industries, King Hokum, Voodoo Rhythm, Hillgrass Bluebilly |
Website | cwstoneking |
Christopher William Stoneking (born 15 March 1974) is an Australian blues singer-songwriter, guitarist and banjo player. At the ARIA Music Awards of 2009 Jungle Blues won Best Blues and Roots Album; he was also nominated for Best Male Artist, Breakthrough Artist – Album, Best Independent Release and Best Cover Art. Gon' Boogaloo peaked at No. 17 on the ARIA Albums Chart and won at the 2015 ARIA Music Awards for Best Blues & Roots Album.