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Known for her original music and soulful voice that resonates with authenticity and emotion, Joy blends folk, rock, country and everything in-between to create a unique sound that captivates her audiences.  Check out some of Joy’s original music at My Songs - JOY BREWER MUSIC.

Brett enjoys sharing the live music experience with his bandmates and the audience. His mama says he's got talent.

Steve started playing early but didn't get serious until a much later age. He was influenced primarily by progressive and rock bands like Genesis, Pink Floyd, Yes, and many, many others. The drummers having the most impact on Steve are Neil Peart, Steve Gadd, Phil Collins, and Simon Philips to name a few.  Steve is a professional engineer working in the aerospace industry.  He’s played in several local bands.  If Steve had a motto it would be always “more cowbell!”

Born and raised in Sacramento, California, James started playing guitar at an early age. Influenced by the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, and Eric Johnson, he honed his skills and developed a unique style that fuses blues, rock, and a touch of fiery improvisation.  

Aah, the bass player, hidden in the back, preferably in the dark, laying down the bottom. Nobody knows who you are until you stop playing. Borrowing riffs and patterns from the great icons of bass such as Ken Forssi, McCartney, Glenn Cornick  or Jerry Scheff. But that’s ok, they never heard of me and that’s the way I like it.  Even in this crazy world  “Music is something No One can take from you.”