Here's My Story

What's up, my name is Eric Brewer. I'm 23 years old and I am a guitarist based out of Northwestern PA. I like to throw down hot fire. I picked up my first guitar at age 16 and haven't put it down since. While still in high school, I took college courses in music at a local university and played in their classical ensemble. I also took private instruction on the side from local guitar master, Mike Ohm, who shared a wealth of information with me. After finishing high school, I was able to enter Pittsburgh's Duquesne University School of Music with college credits and a nice scholarship already in hand. After hanging around Pittsburgh for a few years, I returned to my hometown to forge on from here. I'm an avid songwriter as well as performer and guitar teacher.

Aside from my band Eric Brewer & Friends, I've played with local Funk/Rock/Jazz/Jam/and whatever else you want to call it band, Spooner, acoustic singer/ songwriter Claire Stuczynski, jazz bassist Steve Trohoske,  local cover band Shutdown Corner, frequent guest spots with Ron Yarosz and the Vehicle,  heavy metal band Dirty Looks, and even a little country with The Kellie Lynne Band. I am also involved with several other special projects such as the Rock House Foundation All Star Band, and the Rock Erie Music Awards House Band.  Currently, the EB&F line up includes myself, Charlie Meyer -Keyboards & trumpet, Joel Polacci on drums, Vince Caccamo on bass, Erie's best saxmaster, Joe Cieslak and guest vocalist Brad Walker.

I also just had the honor of competing in Guitar Player Magazine's Guitar Superstar 08 in San Francisco, CA. While I didn't place in the top 3 for the "big" prizes, I very much consider myself (and ALL of the contestants!) a "winner" just by being there. I still received a large prize package and a free trip to CA. Meeting some of my all time guitar heroes was the thrill of a lifetime! Thanks to Guitar Player, and especially editor, Michael Molenda, who made all of us feel like rock stars!  

I'm always down for a jam, studio session work and writing new tunes. I enjoy all types of music from rock to funk, jam, jazz, acoustic and country. If you like the music, drop me a message.  I'd love to hear from you.   Also, please view my site at www.myspace.com/ericbrewerandfriends and on line press kit at www.sonicbids.com/ericbrewer.