Artist description Five piece band out of Chicago is comprised of some of Chicago's hottest musicians. The members of the band are well versed in every jazz style. Band members have toured of played with, Clark Terry, Randy Brecker, Louis Bellson, Carman Bradford, Lou Rawls, Joe Williams, R. Kelly, Otis Clay and numerous other jazz and R&B acts.

Music Style Jazz-smooth to traditional

Musical Influences Miles Davis, George Benson, George Duke, Fourplay

Similar Artists Fourplay

Artist History Shades of Brown begun in 1995 when bandleader Felton Offard took some members of the jazz ensemble he directed at Chicago State University and decided to cut a demo and get some gigs. The chemistry was amazing and an albun project was begun. The resulting product "Lines and Spaces" has received airplay all over the country as well as Canadian airplay. w

Group Members Felton Offard, Ron Walters Jr., Derek, Cannon, Y.L. Douglas, Dave Brooks

Instruments Guitar, Keyboards, Trumpet, Drums, Bass, Voice

Albums Lines & Spaces

Location Chicago, Illinois - USA

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