BIO. When he was 2 years old, his parents divorced and Chris moved to a town 20 minutes from New York City with his mother. That single also made the top 40[5] on the Cashbox pop chart in the US a few months later and remains their only hit single there. WWE is saddened to learn that Chris Warren, the lead singer best known for the D-Generation X theme Break It Down, passed away Sunday. Life Companion Strategist at Self Employed (Business) July 12, 2007 - Present. It was there that he found something that he loved, music. Actor Kay Lenz is 70. Lead singer of the "DX Band" Chris Warren, who was famed for the D-generation X "Break It Down" theme song during the Attitude Era, has died at the age of 49. Chris Warren, Singer Of D-Generation X Theme, Dead At 49. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts or any podcast app. Fronted by singer Polly Brown (also billed as Polly Browne), the group became best known for its hit single, "That Same Old Feeling", which was written by Tony Macaulay and John Macleod. There are 302 days left in the year. When he was 2 years old, his parents divorced and Chris moved to a town 20 minutes from New York City with his mother. Published Dec. 28, 2020 Updated Dec. 31, 2020. When he was 9, his mother re-married and they moved once again to a town across the Hudson River. [citation needed] Warren was employed by Local 638 NYC as a steam fitter for many years. 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Nurturance! Copyright 2023 ComicBook.com. Warren began singing the aria that begins with the words 'Morir, tremenda cosa', which means 'to die, a momentous thing'. Chris Warren, the singer of the "DX Band" who blessed the WWE with the D-Generation X theme song, has passed away at the age of 49. ), FREE PODCAST 2/28 PWTorch Dailycast All Elite Aftershow: McMahon & Soucek preview AEW Revolution, discuss Kenny Omega going to WWE, who should AEW keep, more (125 min. WARREN Staff and friends of the Warren Family Mission are mourning the loss of Pastor Chris Gilger, the Mission founder and director, who died Wednesday at age 67. "It is with great pain in our hearts that we have to. Chris gave it a shot, and soon discovered that he had a talent for singing. Warren's version of "America The Beautiful" and The Star-Spangled Banner might not have gone down well but his "Break It Down" theme will go down as one of the best wrestling theme songs in history News tip? Christopher P. Warren of Valley Cottage, NY, passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at the age 49. On behalf of all here at TWM News, our thoughts are with the family and friends of Chris Warren at this hard time. It was sung by the "DX Band" led by Chris Warren who passed away at the age of 49, Sunday. Lead singer of the "DX Band" Chris Warren, who was famed for the D-generation X "Break It Down" theme song during the Attitude Era, has died at the age of 49. The medical examiner confirmed Cornell's death was suicide. For both performance, security and a better web experience you should keep up to date to avoid viruses, malware, hijacking and stay on top of compatibility features. Former Energy Secretary Rick Perry is 73. About Chris. Further cuts of other songs appeared (and continue to do so) on various TNA video packages. He died unexpectedly on June 12, 2016 at the age of 49.[1]. Thanks to Mark for the news tip. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Radio-TV-Film, with an emphasis on film production from California State University, Fullerton. Plus, get every WWE Premium Live Event and the worlds best TV and movies. Christopher was born in Huntington, Long Island, NY on May 27, 1967. After that Aerosmith and KISS came into his life, which heavily influenced him to decide he wanted to become a rock star.Time passed, and Chris tried to learn how to play guitar. Warren also was featured in X-Pac's theme, as well as the intro do the late 1990's edition of WWF Superstars. A funeral is scheduled for this weekend in the Long Island area of New York, where Warren was born and also lived. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Those opening lines were the last words Warren would ever say - or sing. His exhibits have been featured at the Museum of Making Music, the Fleet Science Center, NAMM, and the Havana Biennial. Watch every Premium Live Event and enjoy some of your favorite WWE content on Disney + HotStar. No. Chris Cornell, lead singer for Soundgarden, has died at age 52. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. CLICK HERE, Now with three payment method options Pay Pal Directly with your Credit or Debit Card Or with Patreon, ALL CONTENT TDH COMMUNICATIONS INC. 2022. Today's birthdays: Actor Paula Prentiss is 85. He was predeceased by his father, Christopher J. Warren and step father, Paul Spector. Their song "Low" was used as the theme for No Surrender 2007, "Separate" for Genesis 2007 and "For the Vein" for Final Resolution January 2008. 3/1 AEW DYNAMITE TV RESULTS: Sages alt perspective report on Face of the Revolution Ladder Match, Tag Team Battle Royal #2, More. From Steve Austins glass breaking to The Rocks Do You Smell What The Rock Is Cooking? intro, theyre all so very memorable. You could've gone with "Chris Warren, famous for singing DX's theme, has passed away" You could've gone with "Lead singer of DX band has died" You even could've gone with the actual article title "DX Band" singer Chris Warren dies at age 49" But you went with "The guy who sang the DX theme died" Well done, chap Saddened to hear of Chris Warren's passing. Christopher was very well liked and will be greatly missed by all that knew him. Football: European Championship Preview England Goalkeepers, UK History: The General Election of 1900 Electoral Effects Of The Boer War, History: 5 Funerals of Historical Figures That No-One Showed Up To, The Worst Of History: Part 5 Genghis Khan, The Worst Of History: Part 2 Rat Torture. TMZ has learned. 4' which sold thousands of copies worldwide. US History: The Best 3rd Party Presidential Candidates Who Did Well! 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Music was his passion. Watch every Premium Live Event and enjoy some of your favorite WWE content on Shahid. Make a life-giving gesture Warrens voice epitomized the essence of WWEs Attitude Era in the late 90s; his distressed, screeching rendition of Break It Down to this day remains synonymous with the famed faction, and is considered by many among the WWE Universe as one of sports-entertainments greatest themes. Warren was born in Huntington, Long Island, NY on May 27, 1967 to Christopher J. and Barbara Warren and lived in Rockland County, New York. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY. Chris currently lives in Rockland County, New York. Singer Shakin' Stevens is 75. Christopher P. Warren (May 27, 1967 June 12, 2016) was an American musician who performed in numerous bands, the last being New York band Bro-Kin. CHESTER Bennington, lead singer of rock band Linkin Park, has died aged 41. Chris Bailey, lead singer of Australian rock band The Saints, has died, at the age of 65. Tony Rice, an immensely influential singer and guitarist in bluegrass and in the new acoustic music circles that grew up around it, died on Friday at . Death Chris Warren passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at the age of 49. Warren returned to WWE headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut in August 2009 to record vocals to a new DX theme, coinciding with the return of the D-Generation X stable consisting of Triple H and Shawn Michaels, to active WWE competition. Movies: Netflix The Main Event ft The Miz Film Review. pic.twitter.com/YqVftxj20s. Brown continues to write and record music including blues material. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. As reported by WWE, Warren's screeching voice and his distressed rendition of WWE theme song "Break It Down" remains one of the sports entertainment's best wrestling themes. He died unexpectedly on June 12, 2016 at the age of 49. Christopher is survived by his mother, Barbara Spector, his three brothers, Steven (Lena) Spector, Andrew (Jill) Spector and Danny (Margit) Spector and his sister, Laura Spector. St. Mary's Catholic Church 13735 Notre Dame Pl, Bryantown, MD 20617. Chris Warren was born in Long Island, New York in 1974. Getty. A funeral is scheduled for this weekend in the Long Island area of New York, where Warren was born and also lived. ). Unfortunate news hits the wrestling world, as news has emerged that Chris Warren, the lead singer of the "DX Band" has died at age 49. Support! Watch WrestleMania and other WWE Premium Live Events on Flow. A funeral service will be held this weekend. He died on stage. 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He had been dealing with health issues for some time, family members told TMZ, and had been . The band confirmed the news of Bailey's death on their official Facebook page this morning. Formula 1: 2023 Preview Can Verstappen Make It 3 In A Row? He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Celebrities Julie Bowen and Camila Cabello share a birthday today. Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 18 in St. Ann's Church, 16 Jefferson Ave., Nyack, NY. The band confirmed the news of Bailey's death on their official Facebook page this morning. He was employed by Local 638 NYC as a Steam Fitter for many years. Chris Warren is a sound designer, digital composer, and creator of immersive sonic installations. Fronted by singer Polly Brown (also billed as Polly Browne), the group became best known for its hit single, "That Same Old . They are mainly known for the songs "My Time" for Triple H and "Break It Down" for stable D-Generation X. Warren is known to professional wrestling fans as the voice behind the DX entrance music, and after this Jim Johnston (head of WWE music) became so impressed with Warren, that he offered him further vocal work. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Warren Zevon, the iconoclastic singer-songwriter whose music often combined dark, mordant, absurdist wit with some of the more memorable melodies of the modern rock era, died Sunday in his Los . ), FREE PODCAST 3/1 WKPWP Flagship from 5 Yrs Ago w/Keller & Radican: (2-22-2018) ROH Roster Analysis, Seths stellar gauntlet match, Jeff Jarrett back with WWE, comparing Ziggler and Cody, plus bonus NXT show (147 min. Inc. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, June 18 in St. Anns Church, 16 Jefferson Ave., Nyack, NY. Please help to demonstrate the notability of the topic by citing, Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (20072008), Learn how and when to remove these template messages, Learn how and when to remove this template message, Chris Warren Radio Interview (Part 1 of 4) courtesy of The Squared Circle radio show, Chris Warren Radio Interview (Part 2 of 4) courtesy of The Squared Circle radio show, Chris Warren Radio Interview (Part 3 of 4) courtesy of The Squared Circle radio show, Chris Warren Radio Interview (Part 4 of 4) courtesy of The Squared Circle radio show, "Obit Update "DX Band" singer Chris Warren dies at age 49, Triple H comments ", TNA Genesis 07 Highlights Package Feat. A funeral is scheduled for this weekend in the Long Island area of New York, where Warren was born and also lived. Visiting hours will be Friday, June 17 from 2 to 4 pm & 6 to 9 pm at the Joseph W. Sorce F.H. Music was his passion. Service! Warren would also perform Triple Hs theme song that night as well as the D-X theme for the main event when Shawn Michaels went to the ring. He was 49. Warren was famed for being the vocalist in the D-Generation X band, and his performance of their "Break It Down" theme song is considered iconic by wrestling fans, he also recorded the vocals for Triple H's theme "My Time". As if his famous mom's divorce wasn't bad enough -- " High School Musical " star Chris Warren has now filed a lawsuit against BOTH his parents, accusing the pair of stealing . Write your message of sympathy today. The funeral is scheduled for this weekend in Long Island, NY where Warren was born. Christopher was born in Huntington, Long Island, NY on May 27, 1967 to Christopher J. and. 4. Warren, along with Bro-Kin, recorded an unreleased song for WWE's Tough Enough II which never made it onto the show. Music was his passion. The entrance music was the perfect embodiment of the, at the time, WWF's Attitude Era. Chris impressed Jim Johnston (head of WWE music) so much that he offered him a contract. The only problem was that there was no singer. ), FREE PODCAST 2/27 PWTorch Dailycast MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans: Vallejos & Monsey review Fight Night headlined by Brendan Allen vs. Andr Muniz, discuss Jon Joness debut as heavyweight, preview AEW Revolution, more (117 min. His legacy has already been immortalized by "Break It Down" which is one of the best entrance themes of all time. (: Chris Warren) 16 1968 12 2016. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY. He was very artistic and was a singer for the band Bro-kin.. [2][4] Email ben@wrestlingnewssource.com. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. Watch every Premium Live Event and get unlimited access to WWE's premium content - available to you anywhere, anytime, on any device. Chris Cornell, the lead singer of American hard rock bands Soundgarden and Audioslave, has died aged 52. Check out our photo slideshow of famous people with birthdays on March 3, 2023 and find out a fun fact about each person. He was 52. WWE extends its deepest condolences to Warrens family, friends and fans. It was sung by the "DX Band" led by Chris Warren who passed away at the age of 49, Sunday. Movie director Scott Hicks is 70. 1 | Technical Wrestling is Hot, TWM Talks Indies: EP. Reggie Warren -- one of the original five members of the R&B group TROOP -- has died . - ADVERTISEMENT - Play Music Pause Music Tweet; Help | Login | Sign Up; Obituary Search Advanced Search . document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 3/3 WWE SMACKDOWN TV RESULTS: McDonalds alt perspective report on Reigns-Rhodes face to face, Zayn vs. Sikoa, Morgan vs. Ripleys, 3/3 WWE SMACKDOWN RESULTS: Kellers report on Roman Reigns confronting Cody Rhodes, Sami-Solo, Ripley vs. Morgan, 3/1 WWE MAIN EVENT TV REPORT: Enofe & Blade vs. Benjamin & Alexander, Michin vs. Tamina, more, 3/2 IMPACT WRESTLING TV REPORT: Trey Miguel vs. PCO, Motor City Machine Gunns vs. Chris Bey & Ace Austin, Bailey vs. Haste, 2/27 AEW DARK ELEVATION REPORT: Takeshita, Athena, Nyla Rose, Kingdom, Sakura, Powerhouse Hobbs, Matt Hardy, more. Singer Chris Cornell died as a result of hanging himself, US officials have confirmed. 1/27/2013 6:00 AM PT. He was very artistic and was a singer for the band Bro-kin. He brought an iconic sound to DX and @WWE. He was very artistic and was a singer for the band Bro-kin. Musician Chris Warren, who was famously part of the "DX band" during the Attitude Era, has died at the age of 49. "Christopher was very well liked and will be greatly missed by all that knew him". Sign up for BINGE to watch. Warren also recorded the vocals for Triple H's theme "My Time" and made a number of WWE appearances including his first, singinga screeching version of "America The Beautiful" and The Star-Spangled Banner which drew so much criticism WWE edited out of the home video release and WWE Network archive of the event. Movies: The Batman What Worked | What Didnt? Chris Warren Bob Brittain Martin Bridges Mike Tomich Keith Hall Peter Hawkins Brian Stuart Mel Harris Paul Risi Paul Riordan: Pickettywitch was a British pop group. (ar) Christopher P. Warren (May 27, 1967 - June 12, 2016) was an American musician who performed in numerous bands, the last being New York band Bro-Kin.