With his smooth voice and atmospheric reverbs, Chris Isaak has forged a unique musical signature, transcending his rockabilly and country influences.  The sensual and immortal “Wicked Game” is the most inspiring example.  Covered by everyone (R.E.M., London Grammar, Tori Amos, Céline Dion and others), this hit owes part of its success to its iconic black and white video, shot on a beach in Hawaii with model Helena Christensen.  In the United States, David Lynch’s protégé is a true pop culture icon, known for his cult appearances in film and television, notably in Friends, Twin Peaks and The Silence of the Lambs. But it was the musician who was honoured last year by his peers at the Americana Music Awards.  After Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and Bonnie Raitt, it was his turn to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award.

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