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Chris Hillman

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American musician

United StatesMusiciansBorn 1944 · age 81
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Christopher Hillman is an American musician. He was the original bassist of the Byrds.

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Hillman (far left) as a member of the Byrds in 1965Hillman (far left) as a member of the Byrds in 1965The Flying Burrito Brothers (Amsterdam, 1970). From left to right: 'Sneaky' Pete Kleinow, Rick Roberts, Chris Hillman, Michael Clarke & Bernie LeadonThe Flying Burrito Brothers (Amsterdam, 1970). From left to right: 'Sneaky' Pete Kleinow, Rick Roberts, Chris Hillman, Michael Clarke & Bernie LeadonHillman in 1972Hillman in 1972Hillman in 2004Hillman in 2004

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Awards 2

2004Americana Lifetime Achievement Award for Performance
MOJO Awards

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About this person

Christopher Hillman is an American musician. He was the original bassist of the Byrds. With frequent collaborator Gram Parsons, Hillman was a key figure in the development of country rock, defining the genre through his work with the Byrds, the Flying Burrito Brothers, Manassas and the country-rock group the Desert Rose Band. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 as a member of the Byrds.

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
living
Dates
Born 1944 · age 81
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20 languages

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