Neil Russell's band includes:
Matt Bruns- Lead Guitar, Background Vocals*
Val West- Rhythm Guitar, Background Vocals*
Rob Curcio- Bass Guitar, Background Vocals*
Mike Brennan- Drums, Background Vocals*
Dani Suzi- Background Vocals*
*dependent on song*
Neil Russell 2007 CMF Performance
This Katy, Texas native always had music in his life. Sundays would be the day music would flow through the house. Neil's mother had the music echoing through the house and this is where Neil got his early taste of music.
While Neil had aspirations of glory through his athletic prowess, Neil, since his first taste of performing, has quickly developed a passion for music that has not even matched his intensity for sports. But that doesn't mean that Neil has forgotten his roots. He uses his athletic ability in performing as he bounces all over the stage and interacts with the crowd while performing.
The uniqueness to Neil's singing ability is what sets Neil apart from the rest. The list of Neil's musical influences include Conway Twitty, Don Williams Alabama, Oak Ridge Boys, George Strait, Garth Brooks, Ronnie Milsap, Clint Black, KISS, Journey, and ABBA. On more than one occasion, Neil has had people approach him and tell him, "You know, I don't like Country Music at all, but I love to listen to you sing."
While Neil is very new to the Country Music scene, he is already making big waves within the community. "I feed off the energy of the crowd and really don't go up on stage with any set idea of what I am going to do. I let the moment determine what happens. It not only keeps me on my toes, but it keeps the crowd on their toes," Neil said recently after a show in which he jumped almost over the stage that was set-up for him. In 2007, Neil won a prestigious spot to sing on stage in between acts of the KIIM FM 99.5 Country Music Festival. Luke Bryan sang his set, then while the stage crew set up the stage for Trent Tomlinson, Neil took the stage. Before 8,000 people, Neil delivered a masterful performance. Neil truly looked at home on stage. Trent Tomlinson took the stage immediately afterwards and stated "I have got to say, Tucson has got some talent!"
Neil has just completed his debut CD titled "Breaking Hearts in Heaven" which has been on sale since July 15, 2009.
His music is being played in the clubs of Tucson's country dance halls and is also being played in the states of Texas, New Mexico, Iowa, Tennessee and Virginia. He is headlining the 58th Annual Rex Allen Days Festival in Willcox, AZ which Neil is using as a springboard into his tour dates. Neil has also been invited to perform at the 70th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, SD during the summer of 2010.
Neil was recently nominated for and earned Top 20 Honors in the 2009 Internet Radio Magazine Best Independent Artists. A great honor considering the nominations took place before Neil had completed his CD.
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Hello my dear friend NEIL. Thanks for sharing your wonderful corner, and your loving heart to me and my friends. A big hug and kisses my dear friend. I wish you happy Christmas. all the Love, Peace and Light to you and yours. Thanks for sharing your friendship and talent with me. All my admiration, respect and affection. God bless you and your family. A happy way this week, full of love, laughter, art and music. Do not forget to give her a smile, to enlighten those around him. A week with great success in your life, your family and artistic projects. Always in my thoughts. All the best for you, forever. your friend with all my heart, from Spain. muse, Alexandra.
I came by your site today and I am very proud of your music and for what you have done, I see a great singer and I wish you great success in your music career, and I enjoy your comments very much. Please have a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year. Thanks for your friendship it means a lot.
Put your problems on probation Run your troubles off the track, Throw your worries out the window Get the monkeys off your back. Silence all your inner critics With your conscience make amends, And allow yourself some happiness It's Christmas time again! Call a truce with those who bother you Let all the fighting cease, Give your differences a breather And declare a time of peace, Don't let angry feelings taint The precious time you have to spend, And allow yourself some happiness It's Christmas time again! Like some cool refreshing water Or a gentle summer breeze, Like a fresh bouquet of flowers Or the smell of autumn leaves, It's a banquet for the spirit Filled with family, food and friends, So allow yourself some happiness It's Christmas time again!
Hello dear friend Neil. Thank you for your kind comments on this week. I could not answer because I was with my computer problems, and this finally solved and I get a day with you. It is a pleasure to receive your greetings in my corner always. They are always in my thoughts the wish that you have great success on the road, and my admiration. God bless you. Thousands of thanks for sharing your friendship with me, your heart, your art and your talent. I hope you enjoy a great week filled with all the inspiration, love, laughter and music. All the best for you. I hope you enjoy a good Christmas in the company of all family and friends, sharing your great heart to those around you. A big hug and kisses from your friend from Spain. Love and light to you and yours. Alexandra.
Hello Neil,thanks for the comment always nice to hear from my friends & Iv listern to your songs there great you have got a great voice I hope you have a Great Week:)
thank you for being a great friend I am so glad that you are a part of my life. I could never ask for a better friend like you, thank you so much ~sissy
THANK U SO MUCH 4 THE ADD MY GORGEOUS NEW FRIEND!!!!!!!!!!!! I HOPE THAT U & YOUR FAMILY HAD A VERY NICE THANKSGIVING. TC HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEKEND!!!!!!!!! LOTSA OF LOVE YOUR NEW FAN & FRIEND:)STACY
HI NEIL SEE YOU MADE IT BACK OKAY. AM GLAD YOU GUYS HAD A GREAT TIME. ALL THE PICTURES ARE BEAUTIFUL> YOU HAVE AN AWESOME FAMILY! I AM HONORED TO KNOW YOU GUYS & CALL YOU FRIEND. YOU WILL HAVE TO READ WHAT I LEFT ON SANDY'S PAGE! MAY ALL THE SUCCESS IN THE WORLD COME YOUR WAY! LOVE & HUGS...NANA
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