Bubble Brown

Biography

Bubbles Brown is a one-man blues band, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist originally from Florida, now based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Brown's musical journey began in earnest in 2007 when he sold all his possessions for a plane ticket to Chicago, where he immersed himself in the city's vibrant blues and folk scenes, busking in subways and on the streets for over a decade. His raw, gritty sound is deeply rooted in the traditions of Mississippi hill country trance, bottleneck slide guitar, hot jazz, R&B, gospel, soul, country, and Appalachian clawhammer banjo, creating a unique blend that is both nostalgic and progressive.

During his years in Chicago, Brown met percussionist Washboard Ben Brundage after opening for Ben's country band at a house show. The two quickly became close collaborators, performing and recording together for ten years and independently releasing two records. Their partnership earned them local and national recognition, including opening slots for major acts like The Doors with Robby Krieger. In 2021, Brown left Chicago to tour solo, eventually settling in New Orleans, where he is now a resident musician, regularly performing on Frenchmen Street and continuing to tour nationwide.

Bubbles Brown is celebrated for his well-traveled, home-spun aesthetic and his ability to synthesize a wide array of American roots music influences into a compelling and modern sound. His performances are known for their lean, archaic setups and electrifying energy, earning him a devoted following and a respected place in the contemporary blues and roots music community.

Fun Facts

• In 2007, Bubbles Brown sold everything he owned to move to Chicago and pursue music full time.
• He spent 15 years busking in Chicago's subways and streets, honing his blues and folk style.
• Brown and Washboard Ben once opened for The Doors with Robby Krieger at City Winery Chicago.
• He is now a resident street performer in New Orleans, often playing at the Apple Barrel Bar on Frenchmen Street.

Musical Connections

Mentors/Influences

• Brown's Father and Sister - Family musicians who introduced him to music and inspired his early development. (Early musical training and exposure) [Childhood]

Key Collaborators

• Washboard Ben Brundage - Longtime bandmate and percussionist; performed and recorded as a duo for a decade. (Two independently released records, numerous live performances) [2012–2021]

Discography

Albums

Top Tracks

1. Dirty Harry (Demon Days)
2. New Gold (feat. Tame Impala and Bootie Brown) (Cracker Island)
3. New Gold (feat. Tame Impala and Bootie Brown) (New Gold (feat. Tame Impala and Bootie Brown))
4. New Gold (feat. Tame Impala and Bootie Brown) - Dom Dolla Remix (New Gold (feat. Tame Impala and Bootie Brown) [Dom Dolla Remix])
5. New Gold (feat. Tame Impala and Bootie Brown) - Dom Dolla Remix (Cracker Island (Deluxe))
6. New Gold (feat. Tame Impala and Bootie Brown) (Cracker Island (Deluxe))
7. Dirty Harry (Dirty Harry)
8. New Gold (feat. Tame Impala and Bootie Brown) (New Gold (feat. Tame Impala and Bootie Brown) [Dom Dolla Remix])
9. Otim Hop - feat. Otim Alpha, Bootie Brown, K.O.G & Tom Excell (Otim Hop (feat. Otim Alpha, Bootie Brown, K.O.G & Tom Excell))
10. Clint Eastwood (feat. De La Soul & Bootie Brown) - Live (DARE)

External Links

• Spotify