Bryan J. Howard (Bassist for Cracker, Voice Actor)

In this episode of 'Overeducated and Underemployed,' Bryan Howard takes center stage. A musician and voice actor, Bryan has spent over a decade as the bass player for the band Cracker. The interview begins with Bryan recounting his early musical influences, including Kenny Rogers and his first concert, Prince's 'Purple Rain' tour.Bryan's musical journey started with a fife and drum corps in fourth grade and transitioned through various instruments, including saxophone and guitar, before he became an accomplished bass player. He shares experiences from his early bands, notably 'Slack Daddy,' and their move to Athens, Georgia, driven by the influence of Kevin Kinney of Drivin N Cryin and the robust local music scene. Post-Slack Daddy, Bryan toured with Kevin Kenney and became a staple in the Athens music community, eventually joining Cracker as a full-time member and touring globally. Besides music, Bryan has built a successful voice acting career, narrating corporate videos, commercials, and more. He attributes his calm demeanor to his upbringing and maintains a positive outlook on life, balancing his passion for music and voice acting. Bryan appreciates the vibrant arts scene in Athens and values the city’s community spirit despite gentrification. He aims to continue doing what he loves—playing music and voice acting—while appreciating the support from his family, especially his wife.https://bryanjhoward.com/https://www.instagram.com/slackdaddybj/https://www.discogs.com/artist/739244-Bryan-J-Howard?srsltid=AfmBOoq4vnnXFZO4TMLc7fCF2RR--tanxV4kTSc3Xgl-6h6ALyF5WpYwhttps://www.crackersoul.com/tour-dateshttps://www.patreon.com/cw/feddunhttps://www.youtube.com/@OvereducatedUnderemployedTheme Song by Sloan Brothers : http://open.spotify.com/artist/1Z0YyvTetovciEDRoRNudBNew Album By Sloan Brothers: https://sloanbrothers.bandcamp.com/album/love-other-diagnosesTitle inspired by Lee Bains III: https://www.thegloryfires.com/