GENTLEMAN BRAWLERS EPK
When Brooklyn collective Gentleman Brawlers performs, it’s more than a concert: It’s an electrifying experience. Led by creative duo Becca Fox and Matt Walsh, the band channels musical inspo Talking Heads with their distinct brand of Afrofunk and indie dance music. A visual as well as auditory feast on stage, Canadian blog The Revue calls GB “tantalizing and intoxicating.”
Mia Isabella Photography
“a virtuoso live band, grooving together like a beautifully engineered machine.”
—BBC’s Tom Robinson
Gentleman Brawlers loves to engage an audience, and the audience loves them right back.
Our Mantra: “If you can MOVE you can DANCE!”
Fox, leading an expandable cast of dancers, creates thrilling, immersive live shows. A multi-disciplinary artist of Haitian and Jewish descent, Fox embodies what it means to be mixed, taking virtuosic dance turns in an eclectic range of styles from rhythm tap and West African to pop-modern contemporary. With dance performances at the Metropolitan Opera and numerous European TV ad campaigns to her credit, Fox brings a potent, incendiary presence to the stage that Arts Council of Greater New Haven described as “...airborne...half-vocalist, half-bird.”
About Gentleman Brawlers:
GB has two distinct musical incarnations – live and in studio – that elevate and inform each other. Through a sonic blend of disco-based horn lines, sticky highlife guitar, and polyrhythms from West Africa, Trinidad, and Brazil, GBs’ live shows ignite a community-based, improvisational energy; audience engagement is integral to the band’s identity. In studio, the band will often reimagine their songs through an experimental EDM lens. Whether the audience is on the dance floor or pressing play, Gentleman Brawlers always delivers an exuberant, celebratory experience.
Their core stage lineup includes Matt Walsh (keyboards, guitar, production), Becca Fox (vocals, synths, dance), Quincie Hydock (vocals, dance), Jeremy Warren (drums), Trevor Brown (bass), Tree Palmedo (trumpet) and Nick Marziani (saxophone).
“Mesmerizing” with “slick musical chemistry”—WNYC’s The Greene Space
testimonials:
“The Gentleman Brawlers are a band like no other. They put on a real show — in the best old school funk tradition (costumes! choreography!) while feeling decidedly of the now. Their shows are always delightful and 100% unexpected, with twists and turns that will get even the most reluctant audience member on their feet.”— Clara Inés Schuhmacher, Senior Vice President, Programs, DUMBO Improvement District
"Gentleman Brawlers brings a level of theatricality to their music that takes their performances up to the next level. It is refreshing and inspiring to have artists not just make great music, as if that's not enough on its own, but to bring so much creativity to the stage. A talented group of musicians, putting in the extra time to do something special. We could all use more of this."— Edjo W., Executive Director, Culture Lab LIC
“Vermont State University Castleton was thrilled to host the Gentleman Brawlers for our orientation weekend, and the band's performance was truly a highlight for students and staff alike. The group is full of an incredible energy that captivates the audience as soon as they begin to play. Our students loved how interactive and dynamic the performance was. From a logistical standpoint, the band and their representation are a dream to work with. We hope to welcome them back in the future for another incredible performance!”— Marisa Valent-Altland, Director of the Fine Arts Center, VTSU Castleton Campus
“The Gentleman Brawlers rocked the house. They brought the party, the energy, and the non-stop dance vibes. They’re not only talented artists, but they’re also easy to work with. I would hire them again in a heartbeat.”— Dru C., Music Director, The McKittrick Hotel (3-night Halloween Party Residency)
“The Gentleman Brawlers are one of the coolest acts I’ve seen in a while! I’m glad we got them to come to Rockland cause they’re sure to hit the big time! They really engage the audience! They don’t just play music they put on a show! They even taught us a dance! By the end of the show there were people dancing in the aisles! So playful and funky, as well as neat and tidy ,they left the green room very clean considering they’re a big eight-person act! I would go out of my way to see them again!”— Anna Frangiosa, our Box Office Manager, The Strand Theatre
master classes:
For universities and other educational institutions, Gentleman Brawlers offers master classes and workshops in music and performance. Please inquire for more info.
