The Brand New Life

The Brand New Life is a young band based out of Greensboro and Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The bands unique instrumentation and appreciation of world and cultural music creates an organic sound that embodies the energy of life and the universe. The band has spent time studying and drawing from inspirations that include the ancient rhythms of Africa, the sophistication of improvised jazz, the traditions and heritage of New Orleans, the grooves of Funk, and the spirit of classical Indian music.The Brand New Life's sound is fresh and unique, and their repertoire of original music is impressive and adventurous. Their work is appreciated by music lovers of many different styles and genres.

The Brand New Life evolved out of a musical therapy group that helped Devin Foust, a close friend who has Down syndrome, achieve his dream of leading a band like his hero, Ray Charles. The jam sessions were epic, but at the time, the group never imagined that the Devin-inspired free jazz would lead to a robust repertoire of original world-inspired jazz and funk. But that's what happened, and two years later, The Brand New Life's songs remain rooted in the initial inspiration that drove the band to create music without boundaries, music built for celebrating all of the emotions of life, from jubilation to frustration and back to bliss. Don't miss the chance to find and celebrate your brand new life.

• Casey Cranford- Saxophones
• Walter Fancourt- Saxophones and Flute
• Seth Barden- Upright and Electric Bass
• Daniel Yount- Drums and Percussion
• Evan Frierson- Congas and Percussion
• Ben Rayle- Electric Guitar and Effects
• Mamadou Mbengue- Talking Drum

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