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With an avid interest for literature and his eyes set on becoming a novelist, Kristofferson studied at Pomona College, California, US where he gained his Bachelor of Arts. He was later offered a scholarship to the prestigious Oxford University, England and it was here that Kristofferson really developed an interest in songwriting. Under the direction of then manager Larry Parnes who insisted that he professionally be known as Kris Carson as he attempted to pursue a solo career marketed as an American at Oxford. With no avail, once achieving his BPhil in English Literature, Kristofferson returned by to his family.
Born into a military family and his career plan set out by his father, Kristofferson joined the army in 1960. Deployed in West Germany during his time of service, his love for music was reignited as he formed a band with a few of his fellow comrades. After five years of service he decided to leave the army and although offered a dream job as an English Literature teacher, Kristofferson kindly refused as he took pursuit of his other dream career.
Moving to the home of country, Nashville, US in 1965 and medical expenses to cover, Kristofferson took up a few odd jobs including a helicopter pilot and a cleaner at Columbia Recording Studios. During his time at Columbia, he met country legend Johnny Cash and shared some of his original material. With Cash declining the offer to use Kristofferson’s material, one day he landed his helicopter in Cash’s garden dropping off some of his demos. Impressed by the ingenious feat, Kristofferson signed with Monument Records in 1969. And the rest really is history.
Releasing his debut album “Kristofferson” in 1970 which after being re-released the following year under the title “Me & Bobby McGee” proved to be a huge success not only for his music but also for his composition. In high demand, Kristofferson lent his hand to the likes of: Johnny Cash, Sammi Smith and Ray Price. With 17 studio albums spanning across six decades with signature hits “Watch Closely Now” (a duet with Barbra Streisand), “Nobody Loves Anybody Anymore” and “They Killed Him”, Kristofferson continues his legacy as inducted into the Nashville Country Hall of Fame and his work remains an inspiration as recognised by his inclusion into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame.
Avis
Kris Kristofferson was undoubtedly one of the best live performances I have ever had the pleasure to see. Seriously, the man has written almost every classic country song that you have heard, artists stand in line to have him write a song for them and seeing him live you can understand why. How can one man, alone on a stage with a microphone, a guitar, a harmonica and the most incredibly raspy familiar voice hold an audience captive for more than two hours! Quite easily when you are Kris, he enthralled the audience, he was there for the music, he would announce the song, a bit of history about it and dive straight into singing, song after song. He was tireless and gave the audience every song they could have wanted to hear. He sang 'lay your head upon my pillow' and one of his fans shouted 'anytime Kris, anytime' to which he chuckled, shook his head and carried on singing. Best of all, there in the dark, it took me straight back to my childhood, sleeping in the back of the car with my brother while my dad drove us through the night from our mom's in Saskatchewan to his place in Alberta every holiday. Kris's voice lulling us to sleep, making up the background of my childhood memories... Sitting in that theater I closed my eyes and he transported me back in time, the only thing missing was my Dad & my brother sitting beside me!
Daisicka
This show was everything it could have been and more. Mr. Kristofferson delivered what can only be described as a tribute straight from his heart to a life he feels blessed to have lived. Every eye in the room was fixated on this man as he took us from his younger days as a tortured struggling poet/songwriter to a present day more relaxed and wiser version of himself.
Paying tribute to his loves lost and won, his children and his lessons learned, Mr Kristofferson had his audience hanging on his every word and shaking their heads as slowly each realized that they were in the presence of a legend. He delivered each song with his truth firmly attached, his voice cracking at all the right moments with a laugh and twinkle in his eye that let the audience know that this man is the real deal! He must of played over twenty songs standing on the stage alone with only his quitar and harmonica ( or lack there off). The venue was bursting with love for this incredibly gifted and authentic human being and the respect he showed in return was humbling. Truly a night to remember.
nancy-schabner
Kris did about an hour and a half last night at the Pikes Peak Center. It was wonderful... just Kris and his guitar. The audience was incredibly respectful of the 81 yr old singer/ songwriter, offering up enthusiastic applause and yelps after each song. During each rendition, everyone hanging on every lyric, you could have heard a pin drop....it was a bit surreal and awe inspiring. Kris's voice is getting a bit croaky but if I could go again tonight I would. It was almost spiritual.... the way the crowd behaved. Don't bother bringing any albums for him to sign... he did not do the expected photo/ signing op we've gotten used to in smaller venues.
joanie-pelzer
Enjoyed Sunday night at the opera house Manchester, he sang most of his early songs, sad to see he is showing his age not a lot of movement or harmonica playing and his usual ad libs but he is 83 this week. His choice to finish the evening with, 'Please don't tell me how the story ends was poignant especially with the words 'this may be our last goodnight together we may never pass this way again'
then the final wave as he left the stage. It was like he was trying to tell us something I hope I am wrong.
Anyway happy birthday Kris thanks {For the good times}
Scotland are in for a treat this week.
anthony-booth
I went to Agoura Hills, California on Jan 13 to hear Kris Kristofferson perform at The Canyon Club. It was a fabulous show. He played all the old favourites and some of his latest work. He was accompanied by the Merle Haggard Band. Kris's voice was familiar and strong. I say familiar because it sounded like the Kris I have been listening to for 40 years. I planned a vacation from Canada just to hear him. I was not disappointed. I thought it would quell my need to see him in person but I think it only re-ignited the flame. I wonder where he is playing next! Dallas Dixon, Alberta, Canada
Saw Kris Kristofferson in concert twice within a couple of weeks in Oklahoma! Once in Tulsa at the Brady Theater Nov. 5, 2019 & again in Hinton at the Sugar Creek Casino on Nov. 22, 2019!! He is AWESOME!!! I LOVE this man!! I would go to every concert if he'd come to Oklahoma more often & I knew about it enough ahead of time to get tickets!! I have been a fan since the 1970's!! I would LOVE to get VIP tickets & meet him!! He still looks good, Sexy, & love to listen to him sing!! Love that voice!! Love those eyes!! LOVE this man!!! :)
CarolRosser
What an amazing performance! This is the second time we have seen Mr. Kristofferson in concert and we think this show was just as wonderful. Kris delivered on every song and was very funny. He was very personable with the audience, waving and thumbs up when they hooted or yelled. We were literally about 5 feet from him and our seats were fantastic. He is such a marvelous song writer and according to him, he is not a singer, but he sounded so good last night.
We would go see him again and again.
sharroncoia
Was a Fantastic Show...He could have sang more of his songs...And did less of Merle Haggard's songs granted it was only maybe 4...Also at the end of the show about 4 ladies wanted to hand him some Rose's...Instead of the one band member rushing him off the stage should have let him get them like HE WANTED TO DO....1 More thing I was a bit disappointed that no tour shirts or hats for sale at this show...That being said I would VERY HIGHLY RECOMMEND Going to see him if you have the chance.
russ-bradshaw
Saw Kris Kristofferson once in my life after listening to him every Sunday for the past 20 years I saw him with Merle Haggard in Houston Texas but I have a Sunday ritual that I do that starts out with a beer of course and then Sunday morning coming down with my second beer for dessert he put on a great show in Houston Texas along with Merle Haggard just wish she could’ve sung all night long like he probably used to do in his younger days love you Kris
walt_gonzales
It was a great show My daughter and I went for a mothers day weekend time well spent greatest mothers day gift ever his performance was great just as good as ever loved his stories would love to just set down and talk to him. I bet he has stories still left to yelp.I will be going again when he comes back close to me. The man still has it. I think he has written almost every country song out there. Love hon
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