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.
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.
You are no doubt the most GORGEOUS WEBB! ( Amy too!) It was wonderful seeing you and the WHOLE freakin family yesterday. I'm so proud of you Brian... God bless and lots of LOVE! terry
Hey Brian! Thanks SO much for putting up those old cd's. I think Old River Road is pretty rockin', I don't know what you were talking about "listen with caution" ;) What year did you do this album? Your website says you were 19, but I can't find even find your date of birth anywhere!
Hope you're planning your next Passim show for SOON!
What's up, Brian? I've never formally expressed how much I love your music, especially your lyrics and story-telling style. Bill Deasy introduced me to your music a few years ago at the Boston song-writers gig at Club Passim. He said, "make sure you don't leave here without Brian Webb's album." I've loved your music ever since. Anyway, I'm thrilled that you are doing it, man, because you are truly a great artist and gifted songwriter.
Wow, what a blast from the past! I have been a fan since the Old River Road days. You came on a Young Life trip to Windy Gap with my high school (Norcross) more than 10 years ago and we were hooked. We used to come hear you (and the others then) play often. I still pull out my Old River Road CD and listen from time to time. Glad to see you're still at it!
I was just listening to "Wrestle the Ground" this morning and singing along in harmony at full volume in my car. Good times. When ya gonna do the Southern tour?
hey brian, thanks for playing 45 at campfire. it sounded great. can't wait to see you in december and hear more fun stories about your neighbors :) best, lindsey
I was just orderin' up a Resophonics new cd and thinkin' of you! Cant wait till yer new one comes out. Met you at Bellows Falls, Vermont at a Fred weekend. You are awesome & amazing.
