THE CORBITT BROTHERS

Energetic, eclectic and personal are just a few words to explain The Corbitt Brothers Band. The band performed at Harrah’s Casino in Cherokee, NC January 26, 2013 @ 8pm. I walked in to see a dance floor filled with people responding to the band’s high energy.

The band is comprised of brothers Newsome & Isaac Corbitt and also Brandon Buck. Newsome plays lead, slide and rhythm guitar and is also the lead singer and songwriter for the band. Isaac plays the harmonica, mandolin, bass guitar and back-up vocals. Isaac has an extreme gift of musical artistry while playing the harmonica. He produces sounds, riffs, etc that you just don’t hear played with a harmonica. “At his young age, he is already considered one of the best harmonica artists in the industry (Corbitt, ¶ 6).” Brandon Buck joined the band as drummer/percussionist. Buck displayed great control, a strong lively beat that is highly responsible for maintaining the energy displayed in last night’s performance.

I must admit I expected them to be another band that played mostly bluegrass, rock or country. They covered a wide range of musical styles to fit the needs of the audience. Their playing doesn’t assume everyone in the audience enjoys one or two different types of music. “They cross genres playing southern rock, outlaw country, blues, reggae, bluegrass ... something for everyone. Their shows include all-time favorite covers and awesome original music relevant to the times we live in. They band currently has two CD’s: a debut CD with ten original songs, and a live performance CD (Corbitt, ¶ 9).”

Something interesting I noticed is that Isaac and Newsome both perform barefoot. I did have the opportunity to thank Isaac for the performance and asked him what was his reason for playing barefoot. His response was interesting but I totally can relate to. He said “I’ve been playing barefoot for about 5 years now. It’s mainly a matter of that oneness with me and the music [the stage]….I don’t know,... that connection.” To find out more about The Corbitt Brothers and upcoming performances, click here. I am certain you will not be disappointed.

Thanks for reading,

Bryant Belin