Meet The Music: Bryan Hansen Band
Meet Bryan Hansen Band, hailing from Central New Jersey (it does exist). Their music, as defined by Lenny Green of WBLS, is a soulful concoction dubbed "Blue Eyed Soul," blending funky rhythms with bluesy vibes and soulful melodies. From the Jersey Shore to iconic venues like Bowery Electric NYC and the House of Blues Anaheim, these guys have been Making America Funk Again. They've even graced the legendary Troubadour in West Hollywood and been featured at Winter NAMM 2020 & 2024 and SoFar Sounds D.C. & NYC. From their debut EP in 2009 Ebb & Flow EP 2009, the band has released 4 LP's including Brothers Among Wolves 2013, When You Stop Pulling Back 2016, Gas Money 2019 and most recently, Jammin with Dr. Fong LP 2024. Drawing inspiration from legends like Stevie Wonder, Dave Matthews Band, and Victor Wooten, Bryan Hansen Band infuses their music with soulful influences that resonate with audiences. Bryan Hansen Band is proudly endorsed by Godin Guitars and BG France. Check out their latest album, 'Jammin with Dr. Fong' available on all streaming platforms.
Q. What three albums are most inspiring to your band?
Crash- Dave Matthews Band, Blood Sugar Sex Magik- Red Hot Chili Peppers, A Show of Hands- Victor Wooten
Q. Can you explain the meaning behind one of the songs on your latest album?
"Daydream Eyes" I absolutely love Radiohead and the dissonance of their music. I borrowed the riff from the verses from a song we previously released. If I could only play one song for people to hear when I tell them I am a songwriter, I would play this.
Q. What is your favorite thing about Asbury Park?
We love how much talent is in such a small NJ town. Anywhere you go in the world, people know AP.
Q. What is your favorite MOGO taco?
Tie between the beef and chicken tacos!
Q: Where can fans listen to your music online?
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0rbSji6eTKkrNO4ZJ3rShT
Q: Where else are you playing this summer and when?
8/2 MusikFest Bethlehem ,PA Main Street Stage 8:30-10:30pm 8/3 Soulstice Music Festival Clinton, NJ 12pm-1pm 8/5 Martin Guitar Stage at LargerPlatz Musikfest, PA 5pm 8/16 Caldwell Sessions House Concert Princeton, NJ 7pm-9pm 8/28 Donaldson Park Summer Stage Highland Park, NJ 6-8pm 9/5 Clinton Elks Lodge Summer Stage 6-9pm