At-a-Glance | |
Hometown | Nazareth, PA |
Genres | Blues, Other |
Band Members | Brian Brazil has a progressive Blues band that includes skilled professionals and roadworthy musicians currently available for local venues, festivals, events, recordings and tours. |
Upcoming Shows |
One-Sheet | |
# Years Experience Performing Live: | 40 |
# Live Perfomances Past Six-months: | 200 |
Venue History: | Dodger Stadium - Los Angeles, CA; Troubadour - Los Angeles, CA; B.B. Kings - Universal City, CA; County & State Fairs - All Across America, US; Cozy's Blues Bar and Grille - Sherman Oaks, CA; Whiskey a-go-go - Los Angeles, CA; Molly Malones - Los Anfgeles, CA; King King Hollywood - Los Angeles, CA; Red White and Blues - Pasadena, CA; The Blue Cafe - Long Beach, CA; Venice Bistro - Venice, CA; International Blues Challenge - Memphis, TN; Over 80 venues total in So Cal - plus too many to name all over the, US |
Opener Experience: | Albert Collins; Jerry Lee Lewis; Asleep At The Wheel; Merle Haggard; Bo Diddley; Willie Nelson; numerous others while on national tours |
Similar Artists: | The Paul Butterfield Blues Band; James Cotton; Kim Wilson; Charlie Musselwhite; Norton Buffalo; Mark Ford |
Performing Rights Society: | BMI |
Discography: | Broke Down Blues (Alligator Alley) Single—2012; (Lost In) Hell's Kitchen Single—2010 |
His proficient ability and articulate clarity on Diatonic Harmonica frequently sounds like a Chromatic Harmonica. Comparing him to other recognized Harmonica players isn’t easy due to the diversity of multiple genres he’s mastered including Blues, Country, Rock, Soul and Roots Music. Most influential to Brian’s unique style are undoubtedly Norton Buffalo, Charlie McCoy, James Cotton, Little Walter Jacobs, Paul Butterfield and Charlie Musselwhite.
Varied career highlights include opening shows for dozens of major artists like Bo Diddley, Albert Collins, Willie Nelson, and Merle Haggard as well as sharing the stage with numerous talents such as Albert King, Albert Lee, Coco Montoya, Billy Swan and Don Preston. Extended residences and road tours have landed him noteworthy applause between all four corners across America and in distant European countries. Brian Brazil is regularly being added to international Blues radio stations while continuing to grow a global fan base encompassing all ages of Blues and Harmonica lovers.
For local shows, Artist can provide full PA and back line for the band. For out of town or overseas gigs, bass amp, drum kit, 2 guitar amps and full PA should be provided by the venue. For further details please use contact information below for inquiries.