Bman's Blues Report

Bryan Beller (born May 6, 1971) is an American bass guitarist, composer, and solo artist . He is widely known for his work with rock and fusion giants like Joe Satriani , Steve Vai , and the super-trio The Aristocrats .  Key Career Highlights The Aristocrats: Co-founded the instrumental rock/fusion power-trio with guitarist Guthrie Govan and drummer Marco Minnemann . Joe Satriani & Steve Vai: Served as Satriani's long-time touring bassist and performed on Steve Vai's live release Where The Wild Things Are . Dethklok : Played bass for the virtual/live extreme metal band from the Adult Swim show Metalocalypse . Solo Work: Released acclaimed solo projects, including the progressive double concept album Scenes From The Flood (2019). Bryan Beller launched his independent label, Onion Boy Records , in 2003 and has since utilized it to release four distinct solo albums. He debuted late that year with View , a genre-blending project that mixed rock/fusion instrumentals, sol...

Orlando-based blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter Alex Kilroy delivers powerful, boundary-pushing performances that honor traditional roots while forging a distinct modern sound. Originally born in Transylvania, Romania , Kilroy spent his early childhood training on classical piano before a life-changing introduction to the music of Stevie Ray Vaughan permanently shifted his trajectory toward the blues. After relocating to Florida, his exceptional talent earned him recognition from the Orlando Blues & Roots Alliance and opportunities to open for legendary American artists by the young age of fourteen. Now a vital fixture in the Southeastern music scene, Kilroy channels this lifetime of technical mastery and soulful songwriting into his compelling new album.   🎵 LISTEN & SUPPORT THE ALBUM   Add this Record to Your Collection Available in CD and Digital Formats. 🛒 Buy Album on Amazon Store As an Amazon Associate, Bman e...

The Name Droppers return with their 2026 album, Let's Live Together , delivering an authentic blend of soulful rock 'n' roll. Built on a shared foundation of deep blues roots, the seasoned lineup brings natural chemistry and steady energy to this new collection. The release highlights the band's enduring musical heritage through a grounded, classic sound.   🎵 LISTEN & SUPPORT THE ALBUM   Add this Record to Your Collection Available in CD and Digital Formats. 🛒 Buy Album on Amazon Store As an Amazon Associate, Bman earns from qualifying purchases. The Deep Dive The Name Droppers deliver on their newest roots-rock and blues release,  Let's Live Together , establishing a tight, vintage rocking groove right from the opening track. The album kicks off with Grey Haired Blues , a song packed with punchy sax work by Crispin Cioe, Ron Rifkin on piano an infectious, and steady rhythm by Bobby T Torello on drums that serves ...

Selwyn Birchwood is officially taking the wheel on his sixth Alligator Records release, Electric Swamp Funkin' Blues , and the results are absolutely electric. For the first time, the Florida-based guitarist and lap steel master steps into the producer's chair to fully unleash his signature blend of gritty, old-school blues and modern, psychedelic soul grooves. The 10-track record hits like a three-dimensional musical sermon, kicking off with the wild energy of the lead single and rolling through everything from sharp cultural commentary to raw, honest storytelling. Driven by his unmistakable rocks-and-gravel vocals and foot-stomping energy, Birchwood's latest effort is less of a standard album and more of an open invitation to a full-blown blues congregation.   🎵 LISTEN & SUPPORT THE ALBUM   Add this Record to Your Collection Available in CD and Digital Formats. 🛒 Buy Album on Amazon Store As an Amazon Associate, Bman earns f...