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Formed in 2006, three well established musicians from the Tampa Bay music scene came together to form Fat Tractor. The idea was to produce a sound that pushes the boundary of the typical trio. Jammin’ grooves, vocal harmonies, tight riffs, and a set list that is familiar, original and full of surprises!
Jimmy
On acoustic guitar, harmonica, and vocals is Jim Brandenburg. As a performer, Jim has been down many diverse roads such as jazz, blues, funk, country, and alternative rock. He puts life and experience into a sound that is uniquely his own through all the music he has written and the sounds he creates. Jim takes no offense to being called a “redneck southern boy” because he’s playing from the heart and damn proud of it!
Tony
On bass guitar, lead and background vocals is Tony Thomas. He was raised in the Midwest but has lived all over this great country, from Kentucky to Connecticut with a long stop over in the Pacific Northwest for good measure. He’s played many instruments over the years but focused on bass in the late 80’s and since then has played everything from jazz to punk, to rock and Americana with a heavy focus on original material. Tony has logged hundreds of hours in the studio as a producer, engineer and musician and is thrilled to be holding down the bottom for Fat Tractor.
Will
Will is a drummer who has been playing for over 45 years. Formally trained in jazz and blues drumming, his journey began while growing up in Detroit, Michigan, the birthplace of Motown and Soul music which greatly influenced his musical tastes. His performing experience has been playing with various rock and blues bands, 5 years in a well known corporate band in Atlanta and an Elvis impersonator for good measure. He has opened for many national acts including Atlanta Rhythm Section, Marshall Tucker Band, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Drifters and more. Will is also an experienced drum instructor having taught over 50 students with ages ranging from 6 years old to 50 years old. To round out his musicality he also plays hand percussion, electric guitar and electric bass and vocals.