John Michael Bradford & Brian Richburg: Carrying the Torch

In this episode of The Working Artist Project, Gregory and Darrian discuss New Orleans' educational lineage and its impact on generations of musicians with John Michael Bradford and Brian Richburg Jr.

Bio:

John Michael Bradford is a trumpeter/singer/composer from New Orleans, Louisiana. John Michael’s passion for music was sculpted by the sound and spirit of NOLA. Bradford's musical gift has now taken him from the streets of New Orleans to performance halls around the world, playing shows in Japan, in Switzerland, Carnegie Hall, and the Grammys. 

Brian Richburg was born and raised in New Orleans, and began playing in his father's church at an early age. While growing up, he was exposed to the diverse sounds and cultures that define the uniqueness of that city. Richburg's drumming incorporates the African and Caribbean inspired rhythms of the New Orleans street bands. He has appeared with Nicholas Payton, Donald Harrison Jr., Ellis Marsalis, Christian Scott, Delfeayo Marsalis, Amina Figarova, and many others.