Backline Chat w/Brian Kramer - Blues Musician, International Jam Host and Artist

In this episode, our first international podcast, I chatted with musician and artist Brian Kramer. Brian is the artist of the SF BAY AREA LIVE MUSIC logo. During our chat we spoke of how we met, the development of the logo, Brian’s extensive art portfolio, his international blues music jam (which he has hosted for 27 years), and spirituality. Brian's artistic style is engaging, fun, happy and a bit whimsical, which aligns well with our brand.Originally from Brooklyn, Brian currently resides in Stockholm, Sweden. He has been playing blues guitar and developing his artistic style since his teenage years. His creative journey began in the 1990s interacting with legendary blues musicians such as Buddy Guy and Junior Wells.A few years later, Junior Wells joined Brian on his first record, Brian Kramer and the Blues Masters featuring Junior Wells, Win or Lose. Throughout this period, he toured extensively and remained a prominent figure within the New York club scene, frequently performing with the renowned blues musician Larry Johnson. Brian collaborated with internationally acclaimed artist Eric Bibb on four successful world tours. Plus shared the stage, and recorded with legendary artists such as Taj Mahal, Toumani Diabate, Bob Brozman, Alvin Youngblood Hart, Robin Ford, Bobby Rush, Cory Harris, John Mayall, Sven Zetterberg, Jimmy Dawkins, and many others.I hope you enjoy this episode of Backline Chat. Refer to our website for more information about our music community. www.sanfranciscobayarealivemusic.comFind Brian online!  I included social media links, and those mentioned in the podcast.FacebookBrian Kramer - YouTubeEric Bibb & Lilly Jameshttps://youtu.be/jHDpazQ45K0?si=AZeuGqqo5OCnyobN Eric Bibb Merchandise - www.ericbibb.com/product-page/banjo-manwww.thecountryblues.com/brian-kramers-blues-art/Isabella Lundgren & Brian Kramer Out of the Bell Jar (2020 Grammy nomination)https://youtu.be/ac_oMbMYinM?si=D7ainbLK8v67cuvoIt’s all about the music!