Brent Rozell Biography Print

Brent is a full time professional musician (guitarist) who has formulated his career and performed throughout the US , Canada , S. Korea and Finland. His range of musical experience encompasses all musical backgrounds including Rhythm & Blues, Top 40 Pop, Soul, Dance, Down Home Blues, Country (old & new), 50's, 60's, Rock & Roll, Classic and more.

His experience covers a wide variety of musical acts as a member of a group, as part of a duo, and as a solo entertainer. His talent has paved a path to opportunities in Atlantic City Casinos, Las Vegas, and as a member of the Ragin' Cajin' Band (Doug Kershaw), Country legends Gary Stewart, Janie Fricke and The Dixie Chicks, and more recently two winning tours of Europe.

Brent's talents have been acknowledged by famous asrtists such as Eddie Van Halen, Roy Clark, Jerry Reed, Howard Lesse of Heart, Augie Meyers, Freddie Fender of The Texas Tornados, Steve Warnier, and JB Pennington of Exile.
 

Performance Schedule

 

 

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Central Market, Southlake Tx., May 3, 6:00 - 9:00

 

Brent Rozell and the Soulmates, Back Porch, Grapevine Tx., May 17, 9:00 -1:00

 

Tap In Bar and Grill, Grapevine, Tx., May 25, 8:30-12:30

 

Shops of Legacy, Plano Tx. May 30, 6:00 - 10:00

 

Central Market, Southlake Tx., June 22, 6:00 - 9:00

 

Shops of Legacy, Plano Tx. June, 28, 6:00 - 10:00

 

The Music

 Brent Talks About The Music

Brent Rozell talks about the music and its power.

Music has always been a part of my life. The songs that I play speak to me depending upon my mood. I feel the thing that sets me apart as a musician is that I do not play from my head; I play from my heart as I feel that is the way music is supposed to be played, and not just imitated. My years of experience have taught me that music is a gift from God and I want to make the most of my gifts and share them with the world.

As far as song writing, I write a variety of styles, much like I play a variety of styles. I don’t want to be pigeon holed as a particulars style artist. But instead, a versatile talented musician who can wear many different hats and be comfortable in them.

Testimonials

"Look out for Brent Rozell, he plays with fire and passion and with his own unique style" - Eddie Van Halen (Van Halen)

 

"If I didn't already have a guitar player that I was happy with I would hire you in a heart beat.  And if he ever decides to leave I'm calling you" - Toby Keith (Toby Keith)

 

"I have been working in Atlantic City for years and you are one of the funkiest white boys I have ever heard" - Will Lee (Bass player, David Letterman Band) 

 

"Brent blew me away with his Texas blues rockin' licks.  Especially with what he does with his volume control, he can sure make that guitar talk.  I am going to steal this for myself, with his permission" - Howard Leese (lead guitar player for Heart)

 

"I heard Brent during rehearsal and I wanted to jump on stage and see if I could borrow a few licks.  He was smokin' "  - Jerry Reed (country guitar legend)

 

"Brent reminds me of a faster version of Dickie Betts" - Gary Stewart

 

"I heard Brent during sound check warming up and then said said to my stage manager,... I have to follow that..." - J.B.Pennington (lead guitar player and vocalist for Exile)

 

"Brent's playing is like listening to a cross between B.B.King and Santana" - Michael Basden (Keyboard player for Janie Firicke)

Latest News

Headed back into the studio! -

Brent Rozell and the Soulmates are back in the studio working on their third CD "It's About Love", it will contain seven new originals and four remakes of some favorite classics done "Soulmates style" with unique passion and flair. Look for the CD to be released later this year. There will be guest artists featured on this CD that I have known for many years that you won't want to miss.... It will be guitar heaven.

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Focus on the festivals... -

From what I can tell this year is going to include a lot of outdoor festival dates along with our corporate events, clubs and restaurant shows.  I am looking forward to focusing on outdoor festivals this year as I really enjoy entertaining large crowds.

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Getting out.! -

Bet you been wondering what I've been doing lately. After having to slow things down some a bit to help take care of my parents, whom have joined each other in heaven, I'm slowly climbing into the game.I've joined Vince Vance and the Variants,little over a year ago,and made that my main focus. Now we have a break in our tour, I'm booking the Soulmates band again so look out,I'm far from done yet. I met some wonderful people on the road,one of them Kenny " the Snake" Stabler football legend,turns out he plays guitar also,and told me I could play my "a" off,and would to hear me with my band.We backed up the legend of female R&B singers Irma Thomas twice so far,and opened for Harry Connick Jr,and Trombone Shorty,during Mardi Gras in New Orleans,and performed on Carnival Conquest Cruise line,and didn't get stuck at Sea!  Been writing some new songs,hopefully will get back to studio this year.I will continue to work with Vince Vance some and my shows back on market in near future,thank you for your support and prayers during the difficult time of losing both parents so close together,don't give up on me yet because I'm far from done! Look for posting for a few local shows and come out and see me and say hello,Thanks Brent.

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I've been asked.... -

... to perfom for some new upcoming artists on their original projects.  Another chance for me to reach a younger audience and broaden my musical horizon.  Plus it fun to to run with the young ones and show them I can still keep up!

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In passing.... -

... took some time off due to the passing of my father and to deal with family business.  Working on schedule for summertime and will keep you informed.  Looking forward to a great 2011 including finishing my third CD.