In this episode I sit down with solo artist, faithful band member, and prominent session guitarist Brian Stoltz.
This is the first of a few episodes we’re doing together leading into the debut of his newest album, “New World Rising”, out April 2nd.
Like many, Brian’s interest in music began with the Beatles and a beater acoustic guitar. Before he could drive Brian was already playing country bars and juke joints in southern Louisiana.
Brian met The Neville Brothers in 1981, auditioned for the guys and got the gig and five shows later they were opening for the Stones on their Tattoo You tour. He finished out the decade with the Neville’s, did his own thing for a few years, and then started a multi-decade run with the Funky Meters in 1994
His resume reads like a fairy tale, recording with Dylan, Edie Brickell, Linda Ronstadt, and Dr. John to name a few.
His go-to guitar right now? A 1984/85 white MIJ Stratocaster with a scalloped neck that he bought new in Tokyo.
For better or worse, I took Brian all over the place in this interview, but we had a blast!
Brian is releasing one single each Friday leading up to the April 2nd record release. You can find his music on Apple, YouTube, Spotify, and other major streaming services.
Thanks to our friend Chris Kelly for the introduction (and his soon to be guest appearance)!
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