He is a drummer in jazz, gospel, hip hop, noted for his extremely virtuosic sticking technique and ability to play with a high degree of syncopation.

He performed professionally as a gospel drummer with the Winans, before being introduced to jazz audiences nationally through his association with the accomplished alto saxophonist Kenny Garrett.

Chris Dave blossomed on the drums, eventually graduating from Houston's prestigious High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.

[5] Dave played drums in Bilal's live band, during the singer's period of touring in the aftermath of his unreleased but leaked album Love for Sale.

[8] They have a daughter, Avo Dave, born in December 2021 With Mint Condition With Kenny Garrett With Robert Glasper With Me'shell Ndegeocello With Hikaru Utada With Eric Roberson With others