James Chance
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About
No Wave pioneer, as well as an improvisational jazz and proto-punk musician who played with artists like Teenage Jesus and the Jerks. He has released over 10 albums throughout his career and has been featured on more.
Before Fame
He went to Michigan State University and then the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, but dropped out to move to New York City and perform.
Trivia
He founded a jazz fusion funk band called The Contortions that had a punk vibe. In 2016, they released their album, The Flesh Is Weak.
Family Life
He was romantically involved with his agent Anya Phillips who passed away in 1981.
Associated With
When Chance started performing music again post-retirement, he collaborated with Deborah Harry.
