Heavy Roots, Dark Horizons: Brian Quinn Plugs Into a Bold New Era

Brent Porche of 93.3 WMMR sits down with guitarist Brian Quinn for a wide-ranging conversation that traces Quinn’s musical roots, celebrates his past work, and highlights an especially active new chapter in his career. Brent & Brian touch on all of his various projects and bands like Octane, Fosterchild, The Brian Quinn Band, and his time performing alongside Candlebox.Quinn reflects on his early inspiration to pick up the guitar, pointing to formative influences and records that shaped his approach to tone and phrasing. The discussion explores how his playing evolved across different bands, with each project demanding a unique musical identity—from the driving rock edge of Octane to the more textured and melodic sensibilities of Fosterchild. We also revisits Quinn’s involvement in the short-lived supergroup Le Projet, which included members of Candlebox and Sevendust, giving Quinn a chance to touch on that collaborative era.The conversation then shifts to Quinn’s current focus: the Brian Quinn Band. He describes the project’s origin and its emerging “dark country” sound, blending rock grit with subtle Americana influences. Their new single “Until Fall” is highlighted as a defining track, with a forthcoming music video and a lyric video created by longtime collaborator Brian Bortnick. Rather than committing immediately to a full album, Quinn suggests a flexible, song-by-song release approach while the band continues to develop its identity.A major upcoming appearance for the band is the 5th Annual Montgomery County Heroes Fund Festival in Eagleville, Pennsylvania. The event combines live music, food, and community engagement in support of first responders and military families, honoring the legacy of fallen officer Brad Fox of the Plymouth Township Police Department. Quinn’s band will headline alongside other regional acts, contributing to a day that blends entertainment with a meaningful cause.Beyond that, Quinn previews the “Alice Unchained” show at Ardmore Music Hall, commemorating the 30th anniversary of Alice in Chains Unplugged. A devoted fan of Jerry Cantrell, Quinn shares how the iconic performance influenced him, even recalling personal interactions with Cantrell while touring.With additional solo gigs, a revived metal project, Burial Ground, and a packed schedule of live performances, Quinn remains as driven as ever—balancing legacy with forward momentum while continuing to connect deeply with audiences.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.