Press Kit
Brad Creel & the Reel Deel have been performing their brand of original folk rock and country standards for the past three years. Described as Johnny Cash meets John Prine meets the Flying Burrito Brothers, they have played venues like the McMenamin’s Edgefield, Alberta Rose Theatre as well at corporate events including Intel.
Brad and his band also regularly play 21+ and kids shows, most notable the “Family Frolics” at at the McMennamins Kennedy School. Creel's music has been heard on local radio stations such as KINK and OPB. Brad is available for solo/duo events as well as gigs with his country band.
Bookers / Buyers
Adam East, Talent Buyer (Alberta Rose Theatre)
"Brad Creel and his band performed last fall at our venue and I was thoroughly impressed by how motivated, organized, and professional he was when it came to promotion and performance. He brought in a large crowd and our beverage sales were much higher than usual. His solid performance and attention to detail made my job of running the show much easier. I would definitely work with Brad in the future."
Noah Peterson, Peterson Entertainment (corporate booking agent - Intel)
"Brad and his band are fun, professional, flexible, great communicators, and a joy to work with. I have booked him repeatedly for gigs at Intel and look forward to having him perform at more of my events in the future."
Lisa Lepine, Kindie Music Promoter and broker to McMenamin's
“Brad Creel and the Reel Deel gallop into the hearts of kids and parents alike when they saddle up their version of "kid country." Creel's costumed posse ropes even the littlest cowkid onto the dance floor. Bouncing bodies abound as his crack ensemble take aim at good time Americana, while Creel's stage patter and hilarious kid interviews bring to mind a boot-scooting Art Linkletter. Honest, wholesome, humorous fun for the whole family! ”
Press
The Oregonian
“Hot off the release of his latest disc, Probably Not, the Portland singer-songwriter and cartoonist specializes in droll observations and barbed sentiments served up with deft honky-tonk touches: a tear in your beer with a side of wry toast.”
Portland Tribune
“They play what used to be called country music before it became Americana.”
Oregon Music News
“They’re rough and tumble (sometimes more tumble than rough) but it’s good-time-lousy-life music that’ll give you a smile.”
Portland Mercury
“Gifted with the pen, the punchline, and the guitar, Creel is a vulnerable performer with a deep sense of humor.”
Altcountry.nl
“Brad Creel’s tasty brand of country is hilarious and intelligent… he is a poignant, tongue and cheek storyteller.”
Photo Credit: Rachel LeCrone