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Revision as of 21:21, 10 November 2008 by Dweller (talk | contribs) (far too strong notability claims for speedy)(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)Rex Carroll is a Christian metal guitarist and was well known for his work in the band Whitecross. Rex Carroll has also been a part of other famous bands like Fierce Heart, King James and The Rex Carroll Band. He not only appeared as the lead guitarist but also served as songwriter and producer for six U.S. and world tours. His band, Whitecross, won two Dove Awards for "Hard Music Album of the Year" in 1990 and 1992.
Rex has recorded numerous sound libraries, many of which have been picked up for use by ESPN for their NFL highlights, as well as Season One of the Anna Nicole Smith Show. His playing has been heard on commercials for the Milwaukee Bucks, and he was recently a soloist featured at the Harley-Davidson 100th anniversary celebration. In June 2004 he place third in the North American Rock Guitar Competition sponsored by Guitar Player magazine and WNED/New York. Rex holds a Bachelors degree in classical guitar performance from Northern Illinois University.
Rex Carroll is not to be confused with Bruce Carroll, also a Christian musician.
References
- A Salute To Rex Carroll
- "Dove Award Recipients for Hard Music Album". Gospel Music Association. Retrieved 2007-03-12.
- Powell, Mark Allan (2002). Encyclopedia of Contemporary Christian Music (First printing ed.). Peabody, Massachusetts: Hendrickson Publishers. pp. 1030–1033. ISBN 1-56563-679-1.
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