Chris Rea is an English singer-songwriter and guitarist born in 1951, known for his distinctive gravelly voice and blues-influenced rock. Rea achieved success primarily in Europe, particularly in the UK and Germany. His biggest hits included 'Fool (If You Think It's Over),' 'On the Beach,' 'The Road to Hell (Parts 1 & 2),' and 'Driving Home for Christmas,' which has become a perennial holiday favorite. Rea's music combines rock, blues, and soft rock with introspective, often road-themed lyrics. His guitar playing is melodic and tasteful, influenced by blues and jazz. Despite numerous health challenges including pancreatic cancer, Rea has maintained his career, releasing over 25 albums. His persistence and distinctive style have earned him a devoted following. Rea represents the thoughtful, blues-influenced wing of British rock.
Chris Rea vinyl records (28)
CHRIS REA So Much Love (Rare 1977 UK 1st Issue Magnet solid centre 7 vinyl single also featuring Born To Lose in original Magnet die cut company sleeve. The sleeve shows a small amount of edgewear whilst he vinyl appears barely played and in Near Mint condition MAG10)
£62.00 used
CHRIS REA Diamonds (1979 UK 12 vinyl single also including Cleaveland Calling picture sleeve. The sleeve shows light wear with a small area of print loss to the front whilst the vinyl has light signs of play and is Excellent 12MAG144) Track Listing: 1. Diamonds 4:52 2. Cleveland Calling 3:41
£7.99 used
CHRIS REA Que Sera (1988 UK 2-track 7 vinyl single featuring the Re-recorded 88 version plus Se Sequi picture sleeve MAG318) Track Listing: 1. Que Sera - Re-recorded 88 2. Se Sequi
£7.99 used
CHRIS REA Tennis (1980 UK 7 vinyl single also including If You Really Love Me picture sleeve. The sleeve shows light ringwear and a little to the flipbacks the vinyl remains in Excellent condition MAG163)
£12.00 used
CHRIS REA Diamonds (1979 UK 7 Single with still intact four prong center also includes Cleveland Calling picture sleeve MAG144) Track Listing: 1. Diamonds 2. Cleveland Calling
£7.99 used
CHRIS REA Ace Of Hearts (1984 UK 7 vinyl single includes Special Remix and Excerpts From I Can Hear Your Heart Beat Recorded Live At The Montreaux Jazz Festival picture sleeve MAG269)
£7.99 used
CHRIS REA Lets Dance (1987 UK 3-track 12 single featuring the 12 Special Mix and 7 Version plus I Dont Care Anymore. The picture sleeve shows some ringwear whilst the vinyl has just light signs of play MAG299) Track Listing: 1. Lets Dance - 12 Special Mix 6:03 2. Lets Dance - 7 Version 3:52 3. I Dont Care Anymore 2:08
£7.99 used
CHRIS REA Thats What They Always Say (Remix) (1989 UK 7 vinyl single pressed in Germany for the UK market also including 1975 picture sleeve YZ448) Track Listing: Thats What They Always Say (Remix) 1975
£8.19 used
CHRIS REA Lets Dance (1987 UK 7 vinyl single also including I Dont Care Anymore both songs written and recorded that year in Montreux picture sleeve MAG299) Track Listing: 1. Lets Dance 2. I Dont Care Anymore
£9.00 used
CHRIS REA Its All Gone (1986 UK 7 vinyl single also including Bless Them All glossy card picture sleeve MAG283)
£7.99 used