Brothers Bentley

Artist Information

Biography

Brothers Bentley, the band that incorporates social and physiological observations into a poetic display of emotion combined with the back beats from Rock, Rap, Reggaeton, Jazz, Pop, and any other forms of American music joined together. In short, their style is acoustically driven alternative rock music. The band starts with the Bentley Brothers (Mark and John). But the concept of “Brothers” extends to more than just the literal meaning. There is a strong family attitude surrounding the other members and the people close to the band.

Released on the Happen-Stance Record Label, one of the major goals for Brothers Bentley is making sure the fans know that their music really isn’t just about the art of creating good material but about the performance too.

“I’m not gonna stand here and say I write songs only for myself, I think that’s kind of selfish… I write songs that the audience can relate (and dance) to.” – Mark Bentley

Each member of Brothers Bentley brings something creative to the table. The inventive style of bassist David Wagner, the focused and powerful jazz chops of drummer Austin Grant, the amazing eclectic skills of lead guitarist John Bentley, and the carefree spontaneity of lead singer Mark Bentley all combine for a very interesting show to watch and listen to.

Mark Bentley, currently the writer of the majority of Brothers Bentley’s music would boast that he’s been writing music in his head since he was six. Idolizing writers and performers alike such as, Jack Johnson, Outkast, System of a Down, Barenaked Ladies, Erika Baydu, and Louie Armstrong, Bentley often finds himself in a perplexing situation when he proposes a new song to the world. All things considered this band puts on a great show. They make new fans everywhere they go.

Instrumentation

Mark Bentley -Lead Vocals, Guitar
Austin Grant - Drums, Perc
David Wagner - Bass
John Bentley - Lead Guitar, vocals

Discography

Outside Another Box (Nov, 2005 available on ItsAboutMusic.com and I-Tunes)

The Plan B Sessions EP (available on ItsAboutMusic.com and I-Tunes)

Audio

Lyrics

• Cumbaya Campfire Witches Brew
• Feed Me More

Video

Photo Gallery

Press

• Reviews of "The Day" by Brothers Bentley [+ Show ]
  

  “It's really tough to marry a melody with lyrics as well as they do - very rare and tough to do.” ...
  “It's really tough to marry a melody with lyrics as well as they do - very rare and tough to do.”
  S, Spokane, WA
  
  “There is a lot of originality in this song even it borrows from Smash mouth and bare naked ladies. … This is the best song I have reviewed in days.”
  NGWP, Vienna, VA
  
  “The guitar work in the song rules! And it never stops... all the way through the song. Very nicely done. The vocalists sings this song with confidence. Nothing wrong with this tune at all. Audio, production, musicianship and vocals are all top notch. The song sets an interesting mood. I listened to it several times and I really enjoyed it. I really don't have any criticism regarding this tune. Great job. I would buy it.”
  TM, Canton MI
  
  “The vocals sounded pretty good, and the acoustic guitar was pluckin' amazing. You guys pluckin' rule! Pluck all of yall! PLuck me too! I will get my guitar and we can pluck with each other! haha I’m just plucking with ya!”
  SB
  
  “The words and vox are outstanding, tight, concise, and spiritually on the right track…Greatly intrigued by the clever words and melodic rhythms. Love to hear more.”
  SS, Dallas, TX
  
  “Awesome stuff! I bet you get many reviews like this one. You deserve it. Refreshing to hear production, well-done percussion. Tastefully executed guitars and vocals.”
  TB, Chicago, IL
  

Setlist

Intro Music (oriental theme)
Brick House
Song for the Ladies
Bump 'n' grind
Let me run
Alarm clock
Acoustic Set
An original
Absurd
Feed me more
The General
Figure this (or Poker in bed)
LIZ
Jelly belly (with Role Call)
The Day
The Beginning

Basic Requirements

Calendar