| Band Name: | Overpass Brass |
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| Band Location: | Alameda, Oakland and Berkeley |
| Short Bio About the Band: | Overpass Brass! Bringing the heart of New Orleans to the streets of the Bay Area, this high-energy seven-piece brass band delivers festive Second Line spirit, bold original world music arrangements, and irresistible, foot-stomping dance grooves. Unamplified yet unmistakably loud, the band commands any street corner, stage, or festival route with honking horns, driving rhythms, and a larger-than-life sound that pulls crowds in and keeps them moving. From joyous parade anthems to deep-groove global inspirations, every performance is a celebration. With bizarre bass lines, punchy brass harmonies, and a flair all their own, they transform block parties, street fairs and festivals into full-blown brass-powered groove explosions. Equal parts tradition and invention, their sound honors the vibrant lineage of New Orleans brass while carving out a unique, unmistakable Bay Area experience. When they show up, it’s not just a gig — it’s a rolling street party. |
| Select the Genre You are Most Like: | New Orleans |
| Number of Band Members: | 7 |
| Band Instrumentation: | Alto, tenor and bari sax, helicon and Sousophone, trombone and trumpet as well as set drums (people play more than one instrument) |
| Band Representative: | Karen MacLeod |
| Contact Email Address: | Email hidden; Javascript is required. |
| Website Link: | overpassbrass.com |
| Link #1 to LIVE VIDEO Online: | youtu.be |
| Link #2 to LIVE VIDEO Online: | youtu.be |