Artist description Luke Brindley's music dovetails rich, poetic lyrics with uncommon guitar skill to create songs and instrumental compositions which wow audiences as much as they inspire them. Sometimes stark and minimalist and other times dazzling and explosive, the music both enlightens and entertains. Luke cultivated his singular musical voice through university study in music, solo and ensemble performances in the NYC area and around the world (including West Africa and Eastern Europe), and active learning from his forbears in the folk and fingerstyle guitar traditions. "I'm constantly learning from all of my favorite songwriters and musicians," says Luke. "Whether it's the lyrical grace of Bruce Cockburn and Nick Drake or the inventive guitar playing of Michael Hedges and Ali Farke Toure, I soak in the beauty of the music I love and it bleeds into what I create." Luke also names songwriters Pierce Pettis and Bill Mallonee, guitar masters D'Gary, John Renbourn, and Mississippi John Hurt as well as kora master Toumani Diabate among his other influences. Luke has released two CDs. How Faint the Whisper, released May 2001 and Spring Song, released August 2000. Spring Song was released to enthusiastic reviews, national airplay, and inclusion in several Best of 2000 lists including George Graham's of WVIA-FM Scranton, PA and the Just Folks Program on WSCL and WSDL Baltimore, MD. Luke performs regularly in New York City and the outlying areas. Jen Milner of All-Angels, one of the premier acoustic listening rooms in NYC, has called him, "One of the best guitarists in New York...a definite star on the rise!" Brian Kramer of the Barn Concert Series says, "Luke Brindley's music is a perfect blend of originality and familiarity. He quickly and easily endears himself to every audience he plays for." Luke is often joined by multi-instrumentalist Daniel Brindley on percussion, piano, guitar, vocals, and accordion. Luke has shared the stage with: Pierce Pettis Kate Campbell Brooks Williams Wynton Marsalis Harvey Reid Jan Krist Harrod and Funck Stickman Jones Select venues: The Minstrel Coffeehouse, Morristown, NJ The Mine Street Coffeehouse, New Brunswick, NJ The Barn House Concert Series, West Orange, NJ CBGB's Gallery, NY, NY All-Angels, NY, NY The Crossings, Baltimore, MD The Internet Cafe, NY, NY The Hillside Cafe, Nutley, NJ and too many Borders and Barnes and Noble stores.

Music Style Jazz and world influenced folk. Improvisation.

Musical Influences Nick Drake, Bob Dylan, Bruce Cockburn, Neil Young, Michael Hedges, Ali Farka Toure, Toumani Diabate, D'Gary, Bill Mallonee, Minor Threat, The Smiths

Similar Artists Bruce Cockburn, Bob Dylan, Nick Drake, Neil Young, Bill Mallonee, Damien Jurado, Michael Hedges

Artist History Luke cultivated his singular musical voice through university study in music, solo and ensemble performances in the NYC area and around the world (including West Africa and Eastern Europe), and active learning from his forbears in the folk and fingerstyle guitar traditions. "I'm constantly learning from all of my favorite songwriters and musicians," says Luke. "Whether it's the lyrical grace of Bruce Cockburn and Nick Drake or the inventive guitar playing of Michael Hedges and Ali Farke Toure, I soak in the beauty of the music I love and it bleeds into what I create." Luke also names songwriters Pierce Pettis and Bill Mallonee, guitar masters D'Gary, John Renbourn, and Mississippi John Hurt as well as kora master Toumani Diabate among his other influences.

Group Members Luke sings and plays guitar, mandolin, banjo, dulcimer, and harmonica. Luke's brother, Daniel, provides skillful accompaniment on percussion, accordion, piano, guitar, and vocals.

Instruments vocals, acoustic guitar, harmonica, dulcimer, banjo, piano, accordion

Albums Spring Song(2000), How Faint the Whisper(2001)

Press Reviews "This guy is one of the best lyricists I've found on mp3.com. Make sure tocheck out "Don't Want to Lose You" as well as his site. Great player andsinger. " Best Acoustic Music on MP3.com"This is one of the most infectious melodies I've heard in a *long* time.And I'd swear there are a couple of references early on to Frenchpoststructuralist philosophy..... Do check this guy out. " Best AcousticMusic on MP3.com"Great fingerstyle work!!" Cool Beans"This is a great guitar performance by singer/songwriter Luke Brindley. "THAT'S JAM vol. 1 Radio"This singer/songwriter brings a breath of spring with his voice as well asthe lyrics. Mezmorizing & gentle guitar that sooths with piano backing. "Mountain WNDS

Location Montclair, NJ - USA

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