Albert and Gage
Austin, Texas duo Albert and Gage (Christine Albert and Chris Gage) had a personal and musical chemistry that radiated from the stage for 29 years. The joy they experienced making music together was evident as they traveled through their musical roots, moving from country and folk to blues and French chansons. The integrity of their musicianship and the rare blend of their voices created a unique and cohesive sound as Gage effortlessly switched from guitar to piano and accordion throughout their set to follow the mood of the music.
Chris Gage died on August 24, 2025, and the magical blend of their voices was silenced forever. It lives on in the six Albert and Gage CDs the couple released. Chris’ production and musicianship can also be found on Christine’s solo records, as well as dozens of recordings by other Texas singer/songwriters, often recorded at their own MoonHouse Studio.
The entire Austin music community and beyond has mourned with Christine, as Chris was a respected and sought after producer and multi-instrumentalist. He was Jerry Jeff Walker's band leader, lead guitarist, and co-producer for the last 12 years of Jerry Jeff’s life; toured with Jimmie Dale Gilmore; toured for eight years as Roy Clark’s piano player; was a member of the Austin City Limits All Star Band on the ACL Hall of Fame shows; the Academy of Texas Music’s “Musician of the Year 2011”; and was inducted into the Austin Music Awards Hall of Fame in 2026.
RIP Chris.
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Photo by Irene Vrchota Cooley
High Praise for Albert and Gage
The Austin Chronicle by Margaret Moser - "Christine Albert and Chris Gage demonstrate the art of good album making so effortlessly on Burnin' Moonlight, it's a lesson to remember."
Dirty Linen - "Always interesting harmonies, inventive musicianship, and thoughtful writing, sparked with a dash of fun, make this one worth investigation for acoustic music and singer/songwriter fans."
Houston Press by Rob Patterson - "From George Jones and Tammy Wynette to Richard and Linda Thompson, male-female duets are one of popular music's most delightful permutations. And the Austin-based duo of Christine Albert & Chris Gage easily slot right in with the best. Their vocals intertwine like two passionate lovers - the two are a couple offstage as well - and their performances are an upbeat celebration of songs and the art of singing them. Albert's honey-drenched voice is one of the best in Austin, gracing everything from a CD-length salute to her Swiss-French roots to Bluebell Ice Cream ads. The South Dakota-bred Gage is a multi-instrumental wizard who has played with Roy Clark and Jimmie Dale Gilmore, and his rich tenor complements Albert's voice like a graceful bow. Their two CDs and stage shows include everything from memorable originals to choice cover material. An evening with the two is a fun and heartwarming experience in which music truly is the food of love."