Chris McLernon is best known as the bassist for powerhouse hard rock band Saigon Kick, as well as being a member of Cold Sweat. Chris can also be heard singing and playing guitar with bands like Kinell or Big Mick And The Curl. He is also an engineer and producer, recording upcoming bands like The Fifth. In recent years, Chris’s health has been challenged by Parkinson’s Disease as well as throat cancer.
In this personal, in-depth, and sometimes emotional conversation, Chris explains what it has been like coping with Parkinson’s as a career musician. He lays to rest some of the myths and misnomers that surround the disease, and shares his knowledge and advice to bring awareness to anyone that might be struggling. Chris also tells us about his fight with cancer and what it all means to his future as a working career musician. Will we get more from Cold Sweat and Kinell? Will we see Chris touring again? Will we get a book about his incredible journey? Sit down and enjoy listening to Chris answer all of these questions while he shares his inspirational attitude and his incredible zest for life.
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Hello everyone! My name is Scott Itter, but some know me as Dr. Music. I am a music journalist and photographer out of the Chicagoland area, and I have been in practice for over 20 years. I grew up in the 70’s with two big brothers that showed me all kinds of rock and roll. As I grew older I ventured out into different genres like jazz, funk, folk, and whatever else I could wrap my ears around. As I read every liner note and every Circus and Hit Parader like they were the Old and New Testament, I came to realize that I just love sound and appreciate all the people that create it.
I later became a stay-at-home dad and started honing my writing and photography skills to keep my mind from turning into mashed peas. My kids are now adults, my mind is only slightly mushy, and I am thrilled to have the honor of presenting my work to you!