Chris Curtis

Drummer

Birthday August 26, 1941

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Feb 28, 2005 (63)

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About

Founding member and drummer of the hard rock and heavy metal pioneering band Deep Purple.

Before Fame

His first instrument was violin, but he ended up pursuing the double bass instead. He was in a band called The Searchers while attending St. Mary's College.

Trivia

He has been interviewed by BBC Radio.

Family Life

His father bought him his first drum set.

Associated With

He was influenced by Fats Domino.