About
Christopher Joseph Isaak (born June 26, 1956) is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and occasional actor. He is widely known for his breakthrough hit and signature song "Wicked Game", as well as songs such as "Blue Hotel", "Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing" and "Somebody's Crying". He is known for his reverb-laden rockabilly revivalist style and wide vocal range. His songs generally focus on the themes of love, loss and heartbreak. With a career spanning four decades, Isaak has released a total of 13 studio albums, toured, and received numerous award nominations. He is often compared to Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, Ricky Nelson, and Duane Eddy. Isaak is closely associated with film director David Lynch, who has used his music in numerous films. As an actor, he's had supporting roles and bit parts in films such as Married to the Mob, The Silence of the Lambs, Little Buddha, That Thing You...
Known for
American Dad!Series • 2005
FriendsSeries • 1994
Melrose PlaceSeries • 1992
Miami ViceSeries • 1984
Hot in ClevelandSeries • 2010
The Larry Sanders ShowSeries • 1992
TFI FridaySeries • 1996
American DreamsSeries • 2002
Over the Garden WallSeries • 2014
EdSeries • 2000
From the Earth to the MoonSeries • 1998
That Thing You Do!Movie • 1996
The Silence of the LambsMovie • 1991
The Chris Isaak ShowSeries • 2001
Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with MeMovie • 1992
Married to the MobMovie • 1988
A Dirty ShameMovie • 2004
Little BuddhaMovie • 1993
The InformersMovie • 2008
Twin Peaks: The Missing PiecesMovie • 2014
Grace of My HeartMovie • 1996