Criss Oliva

Christopher Michael Oliva (April 3, 1963 – October 17, 1993) was an American musician. He was one of the creators of the heavy metal band Savatage. He was the lead guitarist for the band as well. He made seven albums with the band.

In 1993, Oliva died when a drunk driver hit the car he was in.

In 2025, Savatage returned and honored Criss by keeping his music alive, and payed video tribute during the song "Believe," sung in part by his brother Jon.

 Music 

 Savatage 

 Sirens (1983)
 The Dungeons Are Calling (1984)
 Power of the Night (1985)
 Fight for the Rock (1986)
 Hall of the Mountain King (1987)
 Gutter Ballet (1989)
 Streets: A Rock Opera (1991)
 Edge of Thorns (1993)

 References 

Category:1963 births
Category:1993 deaths
Category:Musicians from New Jersey