Brandon Hudspeth has played guitar professionally for several years. Originally from Oklahoma, Brandon formed a band called Traffic Jam who opened for such names as Jay McShan and Bobby Blue Bland. He has also played with Cal Collins and the legendary Clark Terry.

In 1997, at the age of 19, Brandon relocated to Kansas City where he quickly established himself as a solid performer. He played with The MO City Jumpers before forming his own act, The Cobalt Project, which enjoyed local and regional success with the release of the CD "Conversations With Lightnin'". Brandon was also a member of the Kansas City Blues and Heritage All-Star Band, the opening act of the 2002 Kansas City Blues and Heritage Festival.

Currently, Brandon plays with the band Levee Town which he formed from members of The Cobalt Project and other Kansas City professional musicians. He also regularly sits in with, and subs for guitar players in such noteworthy Kansas City acts as John Paul Drum, Washboard Chaz, Big John and the 39th Street Blues band, and Lee McBee.

Brandon's primary influences are Freddie King and Buddy Guy. He has a strong emotional approach to his guitar playing, has a great work ethic, and brings it all out from the center of his heart and soul.

If you would like to share this passion for music and guitar, call Funky Munky Music now at 913-268-5555 to sign up for lessons with Brandon Hudspeth.

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