The Michael O’Brian Band consists of Michael Zerbee and Brian Anderson. They met in the mid-seventies and have performed together in rock bands since 1976. Then in 1998, they had the opportunity of hearing live Celtic music and were inspired by the amazing spirit of the music, and decided to perform Irish music themselves. Searching for a moniker to convey they were an Irish act, they struck on the idea of using their first names and formed, “The Michael O’ Brian Band”.
The band spins an audience-participation show laced with humor and Irish pub songs, but also includes ballads and rebel tunes. The emphasis is always for the audience to enjoy their time with the band.
The music is simple with Michael’s guitar work as the foundation, and Brian adding the flute, penny whistle and Bodhran. The final touches are the rich vocal harmonies.
What really makes the act is the cohesive chemistry between the performers. An interesting chemistry, some twenty years in the making, that says to the audience, “These guys are having a good time. Let’s join the fun”.
Although you will most often hear their performance in Pubs (Irish or otherwise), their brand of entertainment appeals to all ages and has been seen at a variety of events including:
Saw you guys at the Arts Fest this past Sunday. You rocked as always. I can't wait to see you again!! You guys are awsome. I hope you sell CDs the next time I see you.
Hey guys, I'm in Iraq now =) Just thought I'd let you know and also say I miss seeing you play and getting drunk while you play!! Can't wait to see you!
HEY GUYS... MATT AND I ARE BACK FROM PORTUGAL... AND WE ARE GOING TO BE THERE ON THE 19TH... ALSO MY CUZ KELLY IS COMING TOO... I CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU GUYS... THE AIR FORCE DIDNT KEEP US AWAY THIS CHRISTMAS.... SEE YOU SOON
OK so I am planning on seeing you guys Dec 19th and I'm really excited cause it's been so long since I've seen you! It is not my fault! The Army keeps stealing me away hehe. But I will be there on the 19th!!!
hey boys did u enjoy the window crew back!! we definatly all had a great time and missed seeing you guys everyones already planing on being at the show on dec 20 so if all goes well we'll see you very soon!