Chris Stifel

Chris Stifel provides Blue Daze's primary lead vocals and rock solid rhythm foundation.  His fluid guitar lines and dynamic vocal ability combine to create a truly magnetic musical presence.  Originally a banjoist, Chris switched to guitar when he replaced Keith Whitley in Jimmy Gaudreau’s “Country Store.”  With a Rebel recording to their credit, “Country Store” toured nationally and won a level of respect in the Bluegrass world that lives on to this day.  Additional stints with “Grass Menagerie” and “Acoustic Outlet” have served to hone Stifel’s craft to a fine cutting edge, capturing audiences through shear emotional honesty and tastefulness.  Chris’ lifelong dedication to Bluegrass is matched only by his passion for fly fishing and racquet sports.  Chris currently resides in Brookeville, MD.