8/26/08 LIVE from the XM Performance Theater: Brian Culbertson and the Funk Experience
Saturday, August 30, 2008
8pm ocean east / 5pm ocean west

Encore Monday, September 1, 2008 (Labor Day) @ 4pm ET


Get "funkifized" with Watercolors for a last blast of summer fun! Keyboardist, trombonist, and all-round funky cat - Brian Culbertson brings an 11-piece band of rhythm and horns to the XM Performance Theater for a highly anticipated show. This Labor Day weekend, XM’s Watercolors (71) presents Brian Culbertson and the Funk Experience recorded LIVE!

8/15/08 Tour Update: Pennsylvania and Ohio!
BRIAN CULBERTSON & THE FUNK EXPERIENCE is coming to Pennsylvania and Ohio in September!  Here are the details:

September 13
With Average White Band
Keswick Theatre
291 N. Keswick Ave.
Glenside, PA 19038
Click Here For Tickets!

September 18
House Of Blues
308 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44114
Tickets:  216-523-2583

For the latest news on Brian and his tour, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com!

8/5/08 Brian is Headed to the Midwest!
Brian is bringing BRIAN CULBERTSON & THE FUNK EXPERIENCE to middle America next week…including his hometown of Chicago!

Detroit, MI – Wednesday, August 13
Chene Park Amphitheatre
2600 Atwater St.
Detroit, MI 48207
313-393-7128
Get Tickets!

Chicago, IL – Friday, August 15
Chicago Theatre
175 North State St.
Chicago, IL 60601
312-902-1500
Get Tickets!

For the latest news on BRIAN CULBERTSON & THE FUNK EXPERIENCE and to see if the funk is coming to your town, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com!

8/4/08 Brian on NPR…Listen NOW!
Turn on your speakers!

Listen to Brian’s interview with Tell Me More with Michel Martin on NPR which is airing/will air today (Monday, August 4, 2008) at various times across the country.  You can also listen online using this link.  Simply click on “Listen to Monday’s Show,” then click “Culbertson Switches Up the Groove” in the “My Playlist” box on the right. Enjoy!

For the latest news, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com!

8/1/08 Brian Featured in Indianapolis Star!
Brian Culbertson takes his music in a new direction
Brian Culbertson figured he's done his part to help couples get it on. Now it's time to rewind the evening back to the party and get everybody up and dancing.

The keyboardist-trombonist has carved out a smooth-jazz niche since the mid-1990s with recordings such as "It's On Tonight," in which the "it" of the title was pretty clear.

"Very sensual -- but it was time to break out of that into something a little more high-energy, kind of like my shows have always been," Culbertson said. read the full article >>

7/9/08 Las Vegas Fan Club Tickets Available NOW!
BCFC (Brian Culbertson Fan Club) tickets for "Brian Culbertson & The Funk Experience" in Las Vegas are AVAILABLE NOW!  Here are the details:

Show Date:  Friday, September 5, 2008
City:  Las Vegas, NV
Show Time:  8:00 p.m.
Venue:  Santa Fe Station Casino
Seat Locations:  First 3 Rows

BCFC Members can obtain tickets by going to www.starz.bz/bcfc or by calling 310-957-5788.  Please have your membership number available when you order. Not a BCFC member?  Signing up is easy, just click here for more details!

For the latest, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com

7/8/08 Brian is NUMBER ONE!
Brian has done it again!  His new single, “Always Remember,” from BRINGING BACK THE FUNK, has taken the TOP SPOT on Mediabase’s Smooth AC Radio Chart!  Congratulations!

7/1/08 Get A FREE Culbertson Song From AirTran Airways!
As a proud sponsor of Brian’s 2008 tour, our friends at AirTran Airways are giving you the UNRELEASED EXCLUSIVE BONUS track, FAME, from Brian’s new CD, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK!  Getting this FREE song is easy!  Simply visit one of the Visa card registration booths at the AirTran terminals in Atlanta, Orlando or Baltimore and get the “Brian Culbertson Dropcard” which contains complete instructions on how to get the FREE song!  Hurry!  Dropcards are available only while supplies last (you do not have to apply for a Visa card to receive the FREE song)!

For the latest news, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com!

 

6/26/08 Chicago Fan Club Tickets Available NOW!
BCFC (Brian Culbertson Fan Club) tickets for “Brian Culbertson & The Funk Experience” in Chicago are AVAILABLE NOW!  Here are the details:

Show Date:  Friday, August 15, 2008
City:  Chicago, IL
Show Time:  8:00 p.m.
Venue:  The Chicago Theatre
Seat Locations:  First 3 Rows

BCFC Members can obtain tickets by going to www.starz.bz/bcfc or by calling 310-957-5788.  Please have your membership number available when you order.

Stay tuned to the mailing list and www.brianculbertson.com for details on a special BCFC meet/greet with Brian in Chicago!

Not a BCFC member?  Signing up is easy, just click here for more details!

For the latest, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com!

6/18/08 Brian In PEOPLE Magazine!
Check out the review of BRINGING BACK THE FUNK in this week’s edition of PEOPLE (Tim Russert on the cover)
Click here to see the review which gives Brian 3 out of 4 stars!

For the latest news, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com.

6/12/08 Tour Alert :: Orlando Show Postponed
The June 13 performance of BRIAN CULBERTSON & THE FUNK EXPERIENCE at the House of Blues in Orlando, FL has been postponed.  The show has been re-scheduled for September 11, 2008.  Tickets to the June 13 performance will be valid on September 11.  Please call 407-934-2583 with any questions.

Please stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com for the latest tour information.

6/10/08 More BCFC Tickets Available NOW!
Brian Culbertson & The Funk Experience is headed to Berkeley, CA in July and BCFC tickets are available NOW!

Show Date:  Sunday, July 20, 2008
City:  Berkley, CA
Show Time:  12:00 PM
Venue:  Greek Theatre @ UC-Berkeley
Seat Locations:  First 3 Rows

BCFC Members can obtain tickets by going to www.starz.bz/bcfc or by calling 310-957-5788.  Please have your membership number available when you order.

Not a BCFC member?  Signing up is easy, just click here for more details!

For the latest, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com!

6/9/08 Tour Alert :: Atlanta Show Postponed!
The June 14 performance of BRIAN CULBERTSON & THE FUNK EXPERIENCE at the Atlanta Civic Center in Atlanta, GA has been postponed.  The show has been re-scheduled for September 19, 2008.  Tickets to the June 14 performance will be valid on September 19.  Please call 404-523-6275 with any questions.

Please stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com for the latest tour information.

6/4/08 Get Connected Today With The NEW BC Network!
We have been working hard to create the perfect online community just for you!  We are thrilled to be launching the new social network, The BC Network

The BC Network will give you the opportunity to: 
- Post your favorite personal and BC (Brian Culbertson) photos!
- Start an online fan club!
- Meet other fans in your town and around the world!
- Post and share your favorite BC memories!
- Build a network of friends with one thing in common…Brian!
- And much more… 

You can get started today and it’s FREE!  Simply click on BC Network on the site links above to sign up!

5/28/08 Fan Club Tickets Now Online!
June 13th, 2008 @ the House OF Blues in Orlando, FL.
Click here to get your Fan Club Tickets TODAY!

5/27/08 Earn Some BUCKS By Searching The Web With Brian!
That’s right, you can use the new, branded Brian Culbertson search engine (results by Google and Ask) and earn Swag Bucks that are redeemable for vintage merchandise, gift cards, an opportunity to meet Brian, and more!

It’s EASY!  Check it out at: www.searchwithbrian.com.

Plus, telling your friends about www.searchwithbrian.com increases your chances of winning - every time they win a Swag Buck so will you!  Winning is fun, but winning with the community is better.  If you want to quickly access the search engine you can also download a toolbar or plug in and search right from your browser.  The Internet Explorer toolbar also features a logo and quick links to our home page, tour dates, news, MySpace and more.  There is no adware or spyware in the toolbar and you can download them in seconds from here!

Don’t wait…Start earning your Bucks today!

5/16/08 Wake Up with Brian on Monday Morning!
Fans in the Philadelphia area can see Brian on WCAU/NBC-10 from 10 - 11 AM EST on Monday, May 19!  Brian will be on live at 10:45 performing his new hit single, “Always Remember,” from his number one album, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK.  The show airs in all of Philadelphia and South East PA, South Jersey, Delaware and parts of Maryland and will also be available on Comcast Cable's On Demand starting Tuesday for approximately 3 days.

Tune In!

For the latest news, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com.

5/14/08 Still On Top!
This just in… For the second week in a row, Brian’s new album, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK, has taken the number one spot on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Chart!

5/13/08 Fan Club Tickets NOW Available!
Brian Culbertson & The Funk Experience is touring through the U.S. in 2008 and BCFC (Brian Culbertson Fan Club) tickets are available NOW for the following cities!

Show Date:  Saturday, June 14, 2008
City:  Atlanta, GA
Show Time:  7:00 p.m.
Venue:  Civic Center Theatre
Seat Locations:  First 2 Rows

Show Date:  Saturday, August 2, 2008
City:  Kettering, OH
Show Time:  8:00 p.m.
Venue:  Fraze Pavillion for the Performing Arts
Seat Locations:  First 8 Rows

Show Date:  Saturday, September 13, 200
City:  Glenside, PA
Show Time:  8:00 p.m.
Venue:  Keswick Theatre
Seat Locations:  First 4 Rows

BCFC Members can obtain tickets by going to www.starz.bz/bcfc or by calling 310-957-5788.  Please have your membership number available when you order.

Not a BCFC member?  Signing up is easy, just click here for more details!

For the latest, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com!

5/8/08 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
BRINGING BACK THE FUNK FROM TOP-SELLING MUSICIAN BRIAN CULBERTSON DEBUTS AT #1

Hit-Maker’s 10th CD Debuts at #1 on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Albums Chart

LOS ANGELES, CA (May 8, 2008) - Acclaimed producer/composer/multi-instrumentalist, Brian Culbertson celebrates the biggest first-week album sales of his career with his new album, Bringing Back the Funk (GRP Records), which hit stores everywhere on April 29th. The CD, which pays homage to the classic, yet timeless funk music genre, debuted at #1 on this week’s Billboard Top Contemporary Jazz Album’s chart and broke into the Top 100 on Billboard’s Top 200 Albums chart. Bringing Back the Funk was executive produced by living legend, Maurice White of Earth, Wind and Fire and boasts an all-star ensemble of musicians including, William "Bootsy" Collins, Musiq Soulchild, Ledisi, Larry Graham, Gerald Albright, Phelps "Catfish" Collins, Larry Dunn, Sheldon Reynolds, Maceo Parker, Fred Wesley, Greg Adams, Tony Maiden, Bobby Watson, Michael Bland, Cora Dunham, Rhonda Smith, Ray Parker Jr., David T. Walker, Ronnie Laws, Tom Scott, Paul Jackson Jr., Perri, and many more. The current single, “Always Remember,” is currently at #8 on Billboard’s Smooth Jazz Songs chart. The premiere week success of Bringing Back the Funk surpasses the debut of his last album, It’s on Tonight, in 2005.

5/7/08 Brian is NUMBER ONE!
Brian’s new album, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK, debuts at NUMBER ONE this week on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Chart!  Congratulations Brian!

For the latest news on Brian’s new album and tour, BRIAN CULBERTSON AND THE FUNK EXPERIENCE, please stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com.

5/2/08 Attention Los Angeles Fans!
Wine and Jazz Autrography Session
May 4th at Spaghettini Grill & Jazz Club 11am-3pm

Wine and Jazz is having an Autograph Session with Brian Culbertson on Sunday May 4th at Spaghettini Grill & Jazz Club, located in Seal Beach, California. This will be another fun and "funk"-filled day. The Wave will be broadcasting live and Spaghettini will be serving a great Sunday Brunch. Miner Family Vineyards will be giving free pours of the Brian Culbertson selected wines. 

For more information call Spaghettini at (562)596-2199 or visit www.wineandjazz.com

5/1/08 Tour Update!
The next performance of BRIAN CULBERTSON AND THE FUNK EXPERIENCE is on May 16 in Temecula, CA! 
Here are the details:

Pechanga Entertainment Center
45000 Pala Road
Temecula, CA 92592
Showtime: 8 PM

Click here to Get Tickets!

Tour dates are constantly being added! Stay tuned to the TOUR page of www.brianculbertson.com to see if he is coming to your city.

4/29/08 It’s HERE!
The FUNK is here! Brian’s new album, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK, is available today!

Go to your favorite record store, www.itunes.com, or www.starz.bz to bring home the FUNK today!

For the latest album updates, tour news, videos, and everything Brian, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com!

4/28/08 Start Your Morning Tomorrow with Brian
Wake up tomorrow morning with Brian as he will be a guest on 94.7 THE WAVE's Brian McKnight morning show in Los Angeles! The show starts at 6 AM (PST). Los Angeles listeners can turn their radio dials to 94.7 and everyone can listen online at: www.947wave.com. Since tomorrow is the release date for Brian's new album, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK, you can be sure it will be the topic of conversation!

Remember, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK is IN STORES tomorrow!

4/24/08 Tune In THIS WEEKEND!
In anticipation, of the long awaited release of BRINGING BACK THE FUNK this Tuesday, April 29, Brian is hitting the air waves this weekend!

First, tune in to the special world premier of BRINGING BACK THE FUNK on stations across the country.  Brian will be joined by special guest and executive producer, Maurice White (pictured left with Brian) to talk about the creation of the album as they debut each track!  You don't want to miss special event!

Below is the current list of stations airing the special:


WNWV / Cleveland:  Sunday at 8:00pm www.wnwv.com
WJZZ / Atlanta:  Saturday at 6:00pm www.1075wjzz.com
WJZX / Milwaukee:  Sunday at 10:00am www.smoothjazz1069.com
WSBZ / Ft. Walton Beach, FL:  Saturday at 12:00N, replay Sunday at 4:00pm www.wsbz.com
WVMV / Detroit:  Sunday at 8:00pm www.wvmv.com
WLVE / Miami:  Sunday at 9:00pm www.love94.com
WLOQ / Orlando:  Sunday at 5:00pm www.wloq.com
KIFM / San Diego: Sunday at 9:00am and Monday at 7:00pm www.kifm.com
KWJZ / Seattle: Sunday at 6pm www.kwjz.com
KJZN / Fresno: Time TBA www.1055kjzn.com
KKSF / San Francisco: Time TBA www.kksf.com
KSSJ / Sacramento: Time TBA www.kssj.com
WJJZ / Philadelphia: Saturday at 7:00pm www.975wjjz.com
WNUA / Chicago: Time TBA www.wnua.com
WZJZ / Ft. Myers: Saturday at 9:00am and Sunday at 5:00pm www.wdrr.com
WSJT / Tampa: Saturday at 9:00pm www.wsjt.com
WAVE / Los Angeles: Sunday 8:00pm www.947wave.com

Remember, TUESDAY is THE BIG DAY!  BRINGING BACK THE FUNK will be in stores around the country!

Be sure to check out Brian’s NEW Facebook page which includes exclusive behind-the-scenes photos from 94.7  The Wave in Los Angeles and the Berks Jazz Festival. Also new to Brian’s site is the NEW iblog! Click here to check out the iblog today to connect with other Brian Culbertson fans. You can create your own user profile, post a message or upload a photo right on Brian's site!

For the latest information, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com!

4/16/08 Turn The Radio Up!
Brian's first single, "Always Remember," from BRINGING BACK THE FUNK is quickly climbing the Smooth Jazz Radio chart!  Since its release two weeks ago, the single is all ready in the TOP 20 at #16 (Mediabase Radio Chart)!  Request it today from your favorite Smooth Jazz Station!

This Just Released.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

HIT-MAKER BRIAN CULBERTSON TO RELEASE
BRINGING BACK THE FUNK 

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, MAURICE WHITE OF EARTH WIND & FIRE AND CULBERTSON BRING TOGETHER
AN ALL-STAR CAST OF ICONIC MUSICIANS 

Los Angeles, CA (April 16, 2008) - On April 29, 2008, chart-topping musician Brian Culbertson will release Bringing Back The Funk on GRP Records. Click here to read full press release >>

The Countdown Is On!
Less than two weeks until BRINGING BACK THE FUNK is released!  That means, the special pre-order price of $9.99 is only available for a few more days!  NOW is the time to take advantage of this special offer. Click here to pre-order today!

New Photos!
Check out the new photos of Brian at the launch of his new tour, BRIAN CULBERTSON & THE FUNK EXPERIENCE, at the Berks Jazz Festival last weekend.  Go to www.brianculbertson.com and click on PHOTOS.

4/11/08 Tune In on Monday to Hear Brian on KKSF!
Brian will be co-hosting the mid-day show on San Francisco’s KKSF this Monday (April 14) from 9 AM – 12 PM.  Tune in to hear Brian talk about all of his upcoming projects including his new album, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK, and his new tour, BRIAN CULBERTSON AND THE FUNK EXPERIENCE.  Turn your dial to 103.7 in the Bay Area or listen LIVE online at www.kksf.com!  

4/10/08 See Brian Record His New Album!
That’s right!  There is a new video on www.brianculbertson.com which documents the recording of his new album, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK.  This new video (called Electronic Press Kit) includes interviews with Brian and his all-star cast, footage of the actual recording sessions, and much more!  Click here to check it out!

The countdown is on!  BRINGING BACK THE FUNK is in stores on April 29.  Remember, you can still get the special $9.99 pre-order price and NOW is the time to take advantage of this special offer. Click here to pre-order today!  We will make sure it’s on your doorstep by April 29.

For the latest news, stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com!

4/2/08 The New Month :: The New Album :: The New Tour
It’s April…which means many things are happening in Brian’s world!

First, Brian’s NEW Album, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK, will be released on April 29. Remember, you can still get the special $9.99 pre-order price…NOW is the time to take advantage of this special offer. Click here to pre-order today!

Second, Brian’s NEW Tour, Brian Culbertson & The Funk Experience, kicks off this weekend. Get a glimpse of his new, funky show by watching some behind-the-scenes rehearsal footage on the VIDEOS page at www.brianculbertson.com! While you are there, see if the tour is coming to your city on the TOUR page (dates are constantly being added).

As always, for the latest news, stay tuned to the new www.brianculbertson.com!

3/26/08 Check Brian’s New Site and NEW Video!
In anticipation of the release of Brian’s new album, BRINGING BACK THE FUNK, on April 29, his website has been “funkifized”!  Check it out at www.brianculbertson.com!   While you are there, don’t forget to click on the VIDEOS page to see the behind-the-scenes video of Brian’s album photo shoot in Hollywood.

Have you had a chance to pre-order BRINGING BACK THE FUNK for only $9.99?  Now is the time to take advantage
of this special pre-order price.  We will make sure it is at your doorstep by April 29!

3/13/08 Brian is BRINGING BACK THE FUNK with his new album!
Funk music has been a passion of Brian's since his youth.and he can't wait to share this passion with you on BRINGING BACK THE FUNK! In fact, the cover image on BRINGING BACK THE FUNK is Brian as a boy listening to an Earth, Wind & Fire LP. The Executive Producer of this very personal project is none other than Maurice White the leader and founder of Earth, Wind & Fire.

The sessions were recorded live in the studio, just like they were during the height of funk's popularity, giving the album a classic feel. An all-star cast of guest players including Bootsy Collins, Larry Graham, Gerald Albright, and Ronnie Laws plus vocals by Ledisi, Musiq Soulchild and others are featured on the album.


(Brian with Maurice White at the album recording)

You can see the complete track list and get the new album NOW for the special pre-order price of $9.99. Click here to pre-order today! Order it today and we will make sure it is on your doorstep by the April 29 release date!

Stay tuned to www.brianculbertson.com for the latest news on his tour and BRINGING BACK THE FUNK!