| Any project from an artist with “Guitar” in the name brings the expectation of fiery fret work, blazing licks, and a bevy of swirling strings. Buckle Up! from Brad “Guitar” Wilson aims to do just that and more. Teaming up with Grammy winning producer and engineer Francis Buckley, for his seventh album the west coast singer songwriter and guitarist traveled to The Netherlands to record at Wisseloord Studios and then returned to California for another session at the Musicians Institute in Hollywood creating an album of nine original tracks, four cover songs and a special track from producer, Francis Buckley.
The intro, “Lucille,” features Brad’s signature scorching guitar licks and the incredible piano talents of Chris Rhyne. It’s a guaranteed foot-stomper that’ll leave you begging for more. And “Lucille” is just the tip of the iceberg. Buckle Up! is packed with anthemic singalongs, heart-wrenching ballads, and toe-tapping grooves, all masterfully crafted by Brad and his killer band. They poured their hearts and souls into every note, and it shows.
BIOGRAPHY
International guitarist/singer/songwriter Brad “Guitar” Wilson has a soulful contemporary sound, tapping into all his sources of inspiration. His performances have made him a stand-out hit at countless shows. Considered more than a talented guitarist by his audience, Brad is an exciting entertainer. As a charismatic guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, Brad has become known as a modern hot guitar player, who can entertain the house with the best of them.
In September 2022, Brad again opened four California shows for the iconic band, Chicago. As a special guest, he has been on stage at sold-out arena shows throughout California, entertaining several thousand people at each concert. Brad has toured numerous times with the band. Brad has opened for Buddy Guy, Cheap Trick, .38 Special, Marshall Tucker Band, Tommy Castro, and many others. He has established an identity as a guitar-star entertainer, performing at huge concerts at the West Coast’s largest casinos and festivals.
Wilson scored his first U.S. #1 movie track with the song, “Teaser,” from John Carpenter’s film, Vampires, a collaboration with producers, The Robb Brothers. For the next smash soundtrack, Brad subsequently joined forces with John Carpenter and some of Los Angeles’ hottest musicians for the music to the movie, Ghosts of Mars, starring Ice Cube. Other major accomplishments include his songs featured on television shows The Young & The Restless (CBS) and Passions (NBC). Brad has seven albums to his name: Blues Thunder, Power Blues Guitar Live, Hands On The Wheel, I’m Feeling Blue, Brad “Guitar” Wilson, Lovers Before Sunrise and Buckle Up! |
