Ben Christo (new track online)

About Me

Ben is lead guitarist in THE SISTERS OF MERCY, who have recently completed a 5 month World tour, playing alongside the likes of METALLICA, DEPECHE MODE and GUNS 'N' ROSES to name a few.These tracks are his solo work (in progress) and are, as yet, unfinished.As you may or may not know, Ben was formerly a member of AKO, who played with AVENGED SEVENFOLD, AFI, ALKALINE TRIO, WATERDOWN and STONESOUR amongst many other cool bands. AKO enjoyed numerous appearances in Metal Hammer, Kerrang! and Total Guitar (the latter leading to Ben's sponsorship deal with Maverick Guitars) and even recorded a Radio 1 session. After playing the SXSW festival in Texas this year, AKO split amicably and went their seperate ways.Ben's new band, NIGHT BY NIGHT played their first shows in November '06, in Poland. More news soon.Ben uses ENGL AMPLIFICATION: www.engl-amps.com and ROTOSOUND STRINGS: www.rotosound.com

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Member Since: 6/2/2005
Band Website: thesistersofmercy.com, benchristo.com
Band Members: Ben Christo - Lead Guitar/VocalsAdditional Musicians:Backing Vocals on "Seasons" - Sophie Banda (myspace.com/jexxebelle) Piano and Keyboards on "Seasons" - Chrys Columbine (myspace.com/chryscolumbine)Backing vox on "At the Brink": Toby White (N.W.S.!) 1st solo on "At the Brink" and second solo on "Lights Out": the shredmaster general, Chris Cowdrey. Strings on "Lights Out": John Guzek. Keyboards on "At the Brink": - Eugene Getov. "Seasons" - Produced and Engineered by Ben Christo "At the Brink" and "Lights Out" produced and engineered by Daniel and kevin Peters of Anemic.
Influences: The Cure, 36 Crazy Fists, Winger, Def Leppard, Manic Street Preachers, Boysetsfire, The Cult, Danger Danger, AFI, Thrice, Rush, Killing Joke, Kiss, Judas Priest, Damn Yankees, NIHIL, The Almighty, Nik Kershaw, Thursday, Sevendust, Firehouse, Cinderella, Waterdown, Night Ranger, U2, AC/DC, The Wildhearts, Days When I, Katatonia, D.A.D, Claytown Troupe, Bon Jovi...
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Type of Label: None

My Blog

SEASONS

This is the first of a new batch of songs, to be used in my new band (more details of this very soon).Additional musicians: Piano and Keyboards - Chrys Columbine (myspace.com/chryscolumbine)Backing Vo...
Posted by Ben Christo (new track online) on Sat, 20 Oct 2007 12:27:00 PST

DJ-ing at NOCTURNAL MODEL AGENCY's Hallowe'en Ball

I'm rather honoured to be DJ-ing at NOCTURNAL MODEL AGENCY's Hallowe'en Ball, alongside the wonderful Skinny from DEATHSTARS. www.myspace.com/nocturnalmodelsIt's on Nov 1st, in Stockholm. Check out my...
Posted by Ben Christo (new track online) on Wed, 12 Sep 2007 10:17:00 PST

Featured in Classic Rock Mag

There's a rather interesting article in this month's Classic Rock Magazine (G'n'R on the cover) regarding The Sisters of Mercy (pp. 58-62). There's a quote from me near the end...Ben x
Posted by Ben Christo (new track online) on Mon, 18 Jun 2007 08:21:00 PST

Rotosound Endorsement

I'm now endorsed by Rotosound Strings, who also sponsor the likes of: Iron MaidenThe CureTherapy?The AlmightyPennywisePink FloydDuff McKaganDuran Duran...to name a few. www.rotosound.com...
Posted by Ben Christo (new track online) on Wed, 13 Jun 2007 01:48:00 PST

Gigs with Marilyn Manson, Black Label Society, Blondie, The Stranglers...

Cool new TSOM gigs recently announced, alongside some really great acts. See "Upcoming Shows" for more details or visit: http://www.thesistersofmercy.com/news/livenews.htmRadical. B xx...
Posted by Ben Christo (new track online) on Mon, 23 Apr 2007 03:58:00 PST

Lyrics

A few people have asked for the lyrics to the tracks. I tried posting them in the relevant 'lyrics' section, to no avail. So, via blog instead, here they are... ...
Posted by Ben Christo (new track online) on Tue, 20 Mar 2007 05:28:00 PST

Fun in Paris '06. Wonderful memories aplent...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0_imqMX0fw&mode=related&sear ch=This video is good, if only for Chris's characteristic Wacky Leg Dance. Paris, 2006. L'Zenith of Hope. This was a really cool gig for me,...
Posted by Ben Christo (new track online) on Sat, 17 Mar 2007 06:19:00 PST

If you're a singer...

...then get in contact. I'm currently looking for a talented, charasmatic and ambitious vocalist to front my new supergroup. Male or female. Must be Rock-tastic, fucking cool and have a keen interest ...
Posted by Ben Christo (new track online) on Tue, 13 Mar 2007 06:13:00 PST

Sisters show on YouTube - quite visible!

"Temple of Love", from the intriguingly named "Rock and Coke Festival" last September. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_AykfMbOw0B xxx
Posted by Ben Christo (new track online) on Mon, 05 Mar 2007 07:57:00 PST

Xmas in Bristol

I'll be back in Bristol from the 20th - 24th for Xmas merriment. This should include: 1. Always being in The Hatchet2. Talking to that Rob bloke with the amazing 80's hair (Not Robbie Deville, the oth...
Posted by Ben Christo (new track online) on Fri, 15 Dec 2006 06:43:00 PST