Chrystabell – born Chrysta Bell Zucht in San Antonio, Texas on April 20, 1978 –
is a singer best known for fronting swing band 8 ½ Souvenirs and for her work
with film director David Lynch. She began her musical career as a child when
she’d record songs at the recording studio owned by her stepfather, who was a
writer and producer of advertising jingles. She turned her attention to acting,
appearing in a 1997 kung fu film before moving to Austin, Texas to pursue a
career as an actress. While living in Austin, she joined the local swing band 8
½ Souvenirs. While with the band, she...