Chris Bailey is the founder and front man of legendary rock band The Saints. He was born in Nanyuki, Kenya in 1959 to Irish parents. Bailey grew up in Belfast until the age of seven, when his family emigrated to Australia. The Saints were formed in Australia in 1974 and their fist hit was in the UK with Stranded. As well as performing with The Saints Chris Bailey has also maintained a solo career.

A cover of The Easybeats' "The Music Goes Round My Head" was issued as a single in December 1988 and featured on the soundtrack to the film Young Einstein. In 1991, Bailey formed the Chris Bailey Combo including Paul Hester, Nick Seymour, Dror Erez and a revolving cast of guest players.