This edition of my Blog is on a Musician that is a main staple in the St. Louis music scene. I am talking about Jeff Chapman, who is a singer, composer, and entertainer that has been performing for audiences since the mid-1970s. which began playing with his brother in church in 1977. Jeff has been in numerous bands thru out his career since around 1981. When Jeff and his Brother formed Chapman Bros. which still plays today. This band plays covers Classic Country, Classic Rock, Southern Rock. Several appearances with the RX Blues Band 1999-2003. Around 2004 Jeff Started a blues cover band as a side project in 2004 (Big Jeff & the Smokers) which has evolved into the current “Brother Jefferson”. BROTHER JEFFERSON BAND: The Brother Jefferson Band plays a unique blend of Blues based original songs, penned by Jeff Chapman. Concentrating on those original tunes, with a few well-chosen covers to round out a full show. Brother Jefferson Band is based in St. Louis, MO and features an outstanding cast of musicians. The Brother Jefferson Band performs regularly at BB's Jazz, Blues, & Soups in downtown St. Louis, Evangeline's Bistro & Music House in the CWE, C. J. Mugg's bar & Grill in Webster Groves, as well as throughout the region at clubs, festivals, and more. Member of the Hard Tale Blues Band 2006-2008. Which now brings us up to what’s happening now. Jeff performs monthly with Rich McDonough & the Rhythm Renegades. The acoustic duo of “Brother Jeff & Big Rich” Represented St. Louis Blues Society at the 2020 International Blues Challenge I Memphis, TN. I recently met Jeff at a benefit show before this I had only heard him on the radio 88.1 KDHX. When I finally got to see jeff perform live, it was very energetic show. Jeff voice has a bit a raspy feel to it, which fits well with the music that he plays. One of the songs I like that Jeff does is “That Open Road” on this song he reminds me the late Lonnie Mack. Jeff has one of those voices that makes it a pleasure to listen to. Jeff’s songwriting is amazing, you can really tell he writes from his heart and sings from his soul. Jeff to me seems to be an “Old-Soul” and that really comes thru the songs he sings. The musicians he has in his band are top-notch. Jeff has been singing and playing rhythm guitar in every type of venue in those nearly 40 years, including being involved in the tradition that is the St. Louis blues music scene. I highly recommend that if you do not know or have not heard of Jeff chapman you should check him out. You can go to his website https://jeffchapmanmusic.com/home Available for club dates, festival dates, private and corporate events. Contact for more Info: jeffchapmanmusic.com / [email protected] / 618-292-7196 I recently got a chance to ask Jeff some questions, here they are: Where were you born? Born in Greenville, IL. Grew up in Pocahontas, IL. Are you self-taught? Self-taught, play by ear. Who are your biggest influences? My influences come from a wide variety of people & places. Drawing from Gospel Quartets I heard as a young boy. Traditional Country: Merle Haggard, Charley Pride, etc. Southern Rock: Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker, Charlie Daniels. Electric Blues: Muddy Waters, B.B. King, Albert King, Anson Funderburgh. Blues Rockers: Delbert McClinton, Michael Burks, Coco Montoya, Larry McCray. What style of music do you consider yours? Americana Blues/Southern Soul. What was your first gig? How old were you? First paid gig was for a retired campers association in 1978. 16 years old. What advice do you have for someone starting out in the music business? Be true to yourself, don't be afraid of hard work and disappointment. Do you write your own songs? Primarily a solo writer with occasional co-writer. Brother Jefferson performs 90% original material in our live shows.
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