Brian Capps “smashes the barriers between country, rock, blues, and
rockabilly,” declares music critic Roy Kasten. His music “blends traditional country
and early rock ‘n’ roll...The results transcend mere honky-tonk or rockabilly
catchiness,” writes editor at large, Kevin Renick, of Playback St. Louis. Capps, a
resident of Lebanon, Missouri, is one of the most vital musical artists to emerge from
the thriving Ozark music scene.
A growing fan base is responding to this charismatic singer, songwriter and
performer whose versatility is astonishing. Capps defies stereotypes, as he plays
music clubs, casino stages, theatres, festivals, and Opry shows. He is committed to
keeping the classics alive while bringing fresh new music to life. The result? He can
play a rock `n’ roll club on Friday and a country theatre on Saturday and you will find
fans of all ages from all walks of life lining up for both shows.
“There’s not a person who’s seen his show out here who doesn’t like him,”
observes former Cherokee Casino entertainment manager, Rusti Love, during an
interview for Tulsa World. She explains, “He’s one heck of a performer. You get
there and you can’t leave. He’s that good”
While pursuing his solo career, Capps stays connected to his musical roots by
touring regularly with Branson On The Road®, the original road show direct form
Branson, Missouri, that showcases classic country music in the same fashion as the
Grand Ole Opry and the Louisiana Hayride. Branson On The Road® host Debbie
Horton declares that Capps is “singing country music the way it ought to be sung.”
In addition to live shows, fans can listen to Capps’ music on both regular and
satellite radio stations, and view classic country performances at Midwest Country on
RFD television with Branson On The Road®. They’ll find themselves enjoying a
peerless vocal talent that can deliver songs by Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Chuck
Berry or his own originals with equal authenticity and heart.
Capps began his musical career in 1993 when he co-founded The Domino
Kings with guitarist Steve Newman. During the next eight years he performed, wrote,
and contributed his music to the band’s first two widely acclaimed CDs, Lonesome
Highway (1999) and Life & 20 (2000), while developing his own distinctive voice and
style.
Capps has since embarked on an exciting solo career, with his debut solo
release, Walk Through Walls (2005 HighTone Records; produced by Lou Whitney),
receiving rave reviews. NPR’s Fresh Air featured one such review by Ken Tucker.
Following a sound clip Tucker remarked, “That's Brian Capps who's just released his
first solo album since leaving The Domino Kings. I don't want to know the possibly
sad details of his departure, not when the leave-taking has brought forth such good
music as this...” Playback’s Renick praised Walls as a collection of “classic songcraft
performed with fire in the eye...a heady tonic for listeners who like their Americana
with a little bite.”
Capps released his cover album, Trains, Chains, and Buried Pains, in
September 2008 and his eagerly awaited original sophomore release is expected
sometime next year.
Brian Capps - Bio