What does Brazos Stone offer that many don't?
They demonstrate a uniqueness that is rivaled by few. Something that many bands can only hope to attain and especially as early into their careers.
The fact they are all friends is evident in their live show. The camaraderie that transpires on stage is not a "show," but a showcase of emotions they've shared. The pinnacle of their recent success has been centered around this unity.
The common thread that each member portrays is their desire to be better. Perhaps youth aids their hunger for success. B. Stone takes pride in their abilities to not succumb to the pressures of fitting the mold with certain criterion, but instead create the mold that they feel best fits the criterion. Whether this is arrogance or genius one thing they aren't, is naive.
Who is Brazos Stone?
They are a five piece band drawing influences from artists across the musical spectrum; ranging from iconic musicians Hank Williams to Metallica; Pink Floyd to John Mayer. If you took Steve Earle added Jimi Hendrix and Patti Griffin you would be getting close.
They share their stories with truth driven lyrical content accompanied by music that compliments it. The front-man and founding member, Brady Ash quotes lyrics from a song he wrote, "Happiness isn't a destination, it's the journey throughout life. It's not so much where you're going, but who's along for the ride." "That in a nutshell sums us up." "We don't worry about where we're going; we're just enjoying the ride." Other band members include fiddle and harmony vocalist, Bridget Briles. Her warm and vibrant sound adds a distinctness to their music that ties all the pieces of the story together. On lead guitar and harmony vocals a tone-honed prodigy, Colby Schwartz adds the missing element with shredding solos. The rhythm section is comprised of bassist Monty Scrogum, whose steady and straight forward style keeps the low end tight. Percussionist Drew Moses, has all the beats, his snare and top work accents every song with authority and elegance. Guitarist and lead vocalist, Brady Ash makes his presence known delivering the songs with charisma and earthy vocals. A B. Stone concert is a high energy environment that allows the audience to connect and interact with the members. One thing is for sure, attending a B. Stone concert is exactly what you think it will be everytime, regardless of circumstances.
They recently finished recording their first full length album entitled "Pleasurable Pain" that captures a piece of their souls. This is a project they are proud of and believe it's worth giving a listen and deciding for yourself is this "B.S." worth listening too?