Born and raised in Atlanta to a very large family, Brian began performing out about 13 years ago at Eddie's Attic in Decatur. After a sucessful stint in his southern home, he moved himself and his cute little dog up to Massachusetts, with no intention of a career in music.
After awhile, he just couldn't help himself. He met many great local musicians in the Somerville and Cambridge area. Rachel McCartney was an early supporter of Brian's music. She and Brian performed all around the town winning hearts and fans. He began playing quite frequently at Club Passim and quickly became a club favorite. Brian realized that he needed an updated record to sell. He put together "The Evolving CD" that reached the hands of local college station WERS. The station played his song "Tobias" until he asked them to please stop and play another song from the CD, his friends were sick of that song about a crack head.
Brian also took to playing in subway. A favorite spot was in the Davis Square T stop in Somerville, MA. Brian spread his music all over the commuters and they threw him change as they awaited their trains. Many folks thought the shabbily dress singer was homeless and was raising funds to help feed his scampy little dog. He soon learned that he could make just as much money busking in the subways as he did at his waiter gig, so he quit and became a full time performer.
Since moving North, Brian has released one studio album ("Broken Folk") and a live record ("Live"). He has plans to record a new studio album and plays out every once in awhile with his band of the best local players in the Boston area, including Austin Nevins. He will also do the occasional show in Atlanta and California. Brian currently lives in Warwick, RI, where he spends his time learning about polynomials, woodworking, playing PS2 and perfecting his banjo skills.
If you are interested in buying CDs online, check out the online store. CDs are also (usually) available at shows.
Go Henderson Mill! Hey man, it would be fun to hear what you're up to some time. One of the kids we went to school with, Charles Hankla, got in touch with me this year after his kid was hanging out with my sister's kid and they somehow figured out the connection. He told me you were a musician, and I was surprised to hear you weren't in the NBA! I'll send you a message with some contact info.
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Just a quick note to say... I had the great privelege to see you about 6 years ago or so in Visalia. Believe it or not i've warn ur cds thin from playing them so much. You write beautiful music that touches a persons heart and I know I am not the only person who absolutely loves what you do. You are a amazing person.
Thanks for the add! Stop by Sticky Paws Motorsports sometime and give me a shout. I've got a few pictures of my guitars - not a great player but I do have a couple really nice guitars which I enjoy.
I am having the kind of summer that can only be cured with a dose of Brian Webb! If only I could get more than a 6 hour notice when you come out of hiding ;)
I take back the comment about downloading 45. For I recently discovered snocap and your new online album, what a great day! I feel so refreshed, thank you. Dont hold back Brian, give us more. Lots of love for the Northwest.
Brian!! You think you could make it possible to download 45? Ive loved to add it to me Brian Webb mp3 collection (which is one constant loop in my motorcycle shop, I get strange looks like I should have on Motorhead or something). Please? ps-any plans to come through Atlanta soon? playing any shows?
Brian - Thanks for adding me. Your music is somthin else. I hope to hear you play live someday. I have a feeling it would be something to write home about.
