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Christopher Robert Stainton (born 22 March 1944) is an English session musician, keyboard player, bassist and songwriter, who first gained recognition with Joe Cocker in the late 1960s. In addition to his collaboration with Cocker, Stainton is best known for his work with Eric Clapton, The Who, Andy Fairweather Low, Roger Waters and Bryan Ferry. == Career == Stainton was born in Woodseats, Sheffield. After passing his eleven-plus examination, Stainton attended Rowlinson Technical School, Norton, Sheffield. Stainton's musical career began... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Chris Stainton first charted in 1968 with Marjorine.The artist placed 4 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, one of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.The artist scored 2 UK Top‑75 entries, including a single Top‑10 placement.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 number‑one.