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Vinnie Chas
BornMay 4, 1963
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
DiedApril 6, 2010 (aged 46)
Vancouver, Washington, United States
GenresHard rock, glam metal
Instrument(s)Bass guitar, vocals
Years active1986–2010
LabelsMCA

Vincent Charles Pusateri (May 4, 1963 – April 6, 2010), best known by his stage name Vinnie Chas, was an American musician. Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, he moved to Washington State as a child and while growing up there, he went to Bethel High School and was in several bands with childhood friend Jerry Cantrell. In 1987, Chas joined Hollywood-based hard rock band Pretty Boy Floyd as their bassist. He died of heart failure on April 6, 2010, in Vancouver, Washington, and is laid to rest in Spanaway, Washington.[1]

Discography

With Pretty Boy Floyd

With Rattlin' Bones

References

  1. ^ Thedeadrockstarsclub.com - accessed May 2010