Chip Z'Nuff:

Co-founder of Enuff Z'Nuff

Band member since 1984

Birthday: September 10

Status: Married (2nd marriage); one daughter

Contributions:

Writer, producer, mixing, engineering;

bass, vocals, guitars

Other projects:

1994- "Walter Ego" album, Sy Klopps Blues Band- bass guitar, 12-string bass, backing vocals, producer

1995- "Ticket to Hell" album, Junebug- producer; also song-writing credits on 8 of the album's 10 tracks

1996- "Bring Me The Head of Eternity" album, Twigs- bass

2001- "Fire Woman-A Tribute to The Cult" album, song: “She Sells Sanctuary”- bass, guitar, backing vocals

Song-writing credits (other than EZN):

"She Gets Down" and "We're All Alright" for Nelson (“Imaginator”)

"Faith, Love & Hope" and "Amazing Grace" for James Young (“Raised By Wolves”)

Glue. Fortitude in constant action. An unfailing leader with the patience to accept, connect, and deliver the 'goods' of perseverance. This is Chip Z'Nuff, respected musician and man, friend to all fans, and captain of the ‘vessel’, which is Enuff Z'Nuff. Always the businessman and too often the martyr, Chip stands firm in his vision and unfailing belief that the band's long-over-due break is just around the corner. Chip grew up in the Chicago suburb of Blue Island. A close-knit family and "your average childhood" set in place the values and beliefs that are still obviously firmly in place today. He attended Catholic schools and played baseball, the latter of which earned him a degree of attention for his skill as a pitcher. Chip was offered scholarships and a shot at a minor league ball career, however music was pulling him in another direction.

Baseball just wasn't going to be enuff. His dad bought him a bass guitar at a flea market, and there was no turning away. Honing his skill and playing in bands along the way, Chip invariably began to realize that his musical talents were deeper-rooted than first imagined. After meeting Donnie through a mutual acquaintance, an instant creative and brotherly bond was formed, which began the magic that is Enuff Z’Nuff. 

Chip on stage has been described as stoic, laid-back, cool, and funky. He is seldom seen without shades or one of his many eclectic hats, which by now are expected  ‘trademark Z’Nuff’ attire. With a comforting smile and characteristic ‘bounce’ to the beat, his undeniable leadership qualities pop out from time to time and assure those in the audience that “big brother” is here, and it’s all good… Off stage, Chip is the epitome of gentleman, always gracious and available to friends and fans alike. No matter who you are, he has the time for you. In fact, spend any amount of time with him and you’ll most definitely walk away feeling like a ‘brother’ or ‘sister’…