Brad Creel is an Oregon-based singer-songwriter whose music blends the storytelling traditions of Americana, country, folk, and roots rock into a sound he affectionately calls, “Lava Lamp Country.” With heartfelt lyrics, memorable melodies, and a healthy dose of wit, Brad writes songs that capture the beauty, humor, heartbreak, and complexity of everyday life.

While devoting himself to music, Brad also spent time as a cartoonist, builder, and psychotherapist—three careers that sharpened his eye for detail, his appreciation for the human condition, and his ability to find humor in the everyday. Those experiences continue to shape his songwriting, where observation and a healthy sense of the absurd come together. As Brad puts it, “A band is just a therapy group where everyone plays an instrument.”

Over the course of his career, Brad has released a catalog of original recordings, including Reveeled, Probably Not, Time and the Road, and his latest, Lava Lamp Country. Backed by his band, The Reel Deel, Brad has cultivated a signature sound that pairs rich musicianship with authentic storytelling.

With more than 400 performances throughout the Pacific Northwest, Brad has built a reputation as an engaging live performer who connects with audiences through warmth, humor, and the shared experience that remind us we are all part of the same story.

“Brad Creel specializes in droll observations and barbed sentiments served up with deft honky-tonk touches.”

— The Oregonian

“Creel’s silly, frequently self-deprecating lyrics keep one listening and laughing.”

— Willamette Week

“Gifted with the pen, punchline, and guitar”

— Portland Mercury