Garrett J. Brown - Priorities (Blissworks)

Garrett J. Brown is a self taught singer/songwriter/musician. His musical style is likened to artist’s such as John Mayer, Jack Johnson, Jason Mraz as well as Coldplay. Formally trained in piano he began playing music and writing lyrics at a very early age. Garrett won the 2009 Burlington First Night Rising Star Talent Search with his original song "Passerby". He performs at various venues both large and small throughout Vermont as well as other New England states. He was recently named “Artist with the most potential” after a performance at the Hard Rock Café in Boston. Garrett has won numerous citizenship awards for gathering people and uniting them through his music. His stage presence and heartfelt lyrics appeal to any age crowd. Garrett plays with the intent to send a message through his music. 

Burlington Free Press Jan. 6, 2009  “Brown’s music mentor Niel Maurer says he expects the young musician to go far with his intuitive talent. Many young musicians may have a good song or a good riff but Garrett is able to create it all. He’s a burgeoning singer/songwriter”

Burlington Free Press : Dec 13 2009:  “Playing this benefit concert means a lot to me…” What better way to give than to get a group of people together to show someone that you care about them” (From a benefit concert for Maxx Broderick a young boy and paraplegic victim of a tragic car accident) 

Burlington First Night Guide: ( 2010) “Garrett Brown is a 15 year old singer/songwriter from Hinesburg, VT who wrote the 2009 Rising Star Talent Search with his song “Passerby”. Since then he has been writing and performing his original songs and play a multitude of covers from many of his favorite artists. He appeared on Late Night Saturday with Tim Kavanagh and has played his music at a variety of venues throughout Vermont including: the Youth Rock Concert at the Monitor Barn in Richmond, Groovin on the Green in Williston ( 2009, 2010, 2011) the Nestech Concert in the Park Series in Hinesburg VT. Weddings, local bookstores festivals and elementary school assemblies. He is currently recording his debut CD with a 2010 release date. Garrett likes to be barefoot make people smile and stop off the beaten path.“

Highlights from the album would definitely include the track Passerby, an upbeat tune with a driving rhythm that includes harmonica played by Garrett, infectious percussion and lyrics that appeal to crowds of any age or preference in music. Powerful crowd participation song. Also, the title track Priorities, more of a ballad, a relaxed tune and a passionate display of Garrett’s display of: an ode to a Vermont Summer and sends a message of what his Priorities are. Kickback, a catchy. “tap your foot tune” and numerous friends have said it’s a great road trip tune. It is also symbolic of not losing your self to the meticulous details of life and still “kicking back” while you have the chance. The track Tuesday holds a mellow approach to the type of song that conveys a subtle yet powerful message about remaining strong in the face of change. www.garrettjbrown.net