Brad Loomis

Good things come to those who wait

Our album is nearly complete.  We have the songs, we have the art,  now it is time to pull it all out of the virtual world and into our fan's hands.

In Letting Go will be sent to press first and is the full band experience.  There Is Hope is a guitar/piano version (perhaps some cello as well?) which will also include O' My Lord.  The art for There is Hope isn't quite finished yet but it will go to press pretty soon after In Letting Go.

To celebrate this momentous occasion, you are cordially invited to our EP Release Party at the Q-Cafe on Friday, November 12th at 7:30pm.  Please plan on joining us...we would be nothing without our fans and to have you there to celebrate with us would be a great joy.

Special thanks to Chris Larson who created the art for our albums.

We hope to see you soon!

ToST and Jam

Update

First of all, our show with Daniel Kamas at ToST (toast) last week was a blast.  It's a sweet little venue in Fremont and the people who came were attentive and kind.  According to my wife, the French Martini and stuffed mushrooms were "Really, really good." and she wholeheartedly recommends the key lime pie mixed drink as well.  We look forward to playing there again.

The most exciting update we've got for you is that I recently went to the studio with the illustrious Naphtali Smith to work on the mix-down of our first EP, In Letting Go.   We can't wait to get it out to you all!  If you would like to pre-order a copy, email me at bradloomismusic@gmail.com.

Coming up

September 4th is our big bash at the Historic Everett Theatre! The line up is:

I Will Keep Your Ghost

Ever State

Garage Voice

Brad Loomis & the Resonance

We are really looking forward to this show.  Click on the links to find out more about the awesome  bands that are joining us.

Keep in mind that the Historic isn't your run of the mill venue.  This is the oldest working theater in Washington and with comfortable seating, a beautiful balcony and full service concessions (including popcorn, candy, soda and a selection of beer and wine as well) it is a fabulous place to enjoy good music.

My wife is reminding me to tell everyone that this is not only a show but a celebration of sorts, as I turn 30-something on the 3rd.  So come on out and celebrate with me September 4th at 8pm at the HET in downtown Everett.  Only $10 at the door for four bands...you can't beat that.

Hope to see you there!

Perseverance

Our show at the High Dive this weekend went well...once we got there, anyway.  

I take the phrase "When it rains, it pours." very seriously now.

First of all, I hurt my back on Monday.  Bad.  Our show was Tuesday and while I could walk better that morning, it got progressively worse throughout the day.  Walking was difficult, bending darn near impossible.  Somehow I got myself into the car and headed to the show, our drummer, John, in the driver's seat.

Then John got sick.  We're still not sure what happened but he was definitely out of commission.  So, back to my house to swap drivers and head to the venue...sans drummer.

What a night.  

But we got there and played our set without incident and did pretty well for all the drama it took to get there.

Watching the other bands and enjoying some awesome beer wasn't too shabby either.  We really like the High Dive and look forward to playing there again, soon.  Stop by and check them out!

~Brad

 

Q Cafe

Hope to see you tomorrow!  

Visit qcafe.org for all the info you need!

Update!

It's Been Busy

June was a whirlwind of activity and July is ramping up to be even more busy for the band and I. 

First of all, our studio time has gone really well.  It's been just me this week, laying down guitar and vocals.  Our goal is to have the album out in August so we're working hard to get there! 

We have had so many people cheering us on in this endeavor, clamoring for music take home!  We have even received a sizable donation to put toward the project.  We are so humbled by the support and words of encouragement from fellow musicians and fans alike.  You guys and gals keep us going, even when the road gets difficult.  Thank you!

Second, we have a few shows coming up and are practicing double time!  We have a few new songs that we really like and have made a few changes to our sound that is sending us in a direction that all of us are very excited about.  We can't wait to share it all with you!

Our Next Show

Saturday July 10, 2010 we are headlining a show at the Q cafe in Seattle with Quinton Kakaley and Liz Rognes.   The Q Cafe is a great non-profit coffee house venue that has a great atmosphere and we are very grateful for their support. 

That being said, we plan on rocking your socks off, so bring an extra pair.

Do You Like Us?

If you're on facebook, please take a moment to visit our page and 'like' us, RSVP to our next show and invite your friends to like us and attend as well!  This is how we can keep doing what we do, with the networking powers of our fans.  You have a huge hand in our success with a few simple clicks of your mouse!

 

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Once again, thanks for your support and hope to see you, soon!  If you do come to our shows, please come say hi after...we would love to meet you.

~Brad

Leavenworth June 5th

I'm super stoked for my show with Daniel Kamas in Leavenworth this Saturday.  I'll be playing without the band (boo) but will have the illustrious voice and subtle keys of my wonderful friend Danielle Downey. 

If you haven't heard Daniel Kamas yet you need to check him out.  He is a quickly rising star and his music is superb.  Check him out on myspace and facebook, then join us in beautiful Leavenworth, WA for the show.

About

 

Born and raised about twenty miles north of Seattle in Marysville, WA, Brad started vocal training in high school and has been active in multiple choirs and bands since. Brad has performed on stage for over 15 years and learning on his own along the way he picked up the guitar. The ensuing combination of self-trained instrumentation and professionally coached vocal skills has created in Brad the ability to marry grit and melody into versatile music that spans several genres. The pure passion that he puts into his songs is not simply in his guitar playing or lyrical content but also unapologetically displayed through his wide vocal range.

He is joined on stage by the rest of The Resonance: Brianne Holland on the keys, John Andrus on the drums and Rick Refling on the bass guitar.

The Resonance uses quiet intensity, swelling crescendos and unbridled emotionto  let you sit back and enjoy the journey on which they will take you. Their influences include singer/songwriter Glen Hansard of both The Swell Season and The Frames, Martin Sexton, Sufjan Stevens, David Bazan, and the Who.

Brad and the band have recently finished recording their first studio album, an EP titled In Letting Go. The EP will is a cohesive sample of their songs that their listeners can come back to time and again. Release of In Letting Go is set for November of 2010.  In the mean time they are laying out a plan for a short tour in addition to continuing to play in and around the Seattle area.

 

For booking please contact us at bradloomismusic@gmail.com