Big Sugar Around The World!
Welcome to Big Sugar's World
My Musical Roots
I grew up with a house filled with art, music, and love and was exposed to a variety of musical genres - from standards, musicals, early rock and R&B. I took a handful of music lessons during first grade and realized formal structure wasn't for me as every 6 year old discovers. I have remained active ever since. In the 80s I played with rock bands, fronting in some, playing lead guitar in others. The late 80s and 90s saw me in 50s-60s tribute acts and playing with some of the best in the business (I'm not a name-dropper, but trust me - the big ones). After taking a pause and focusing on my family, I am coming back to bring entertainment and fun to the music scene. I draw inspiration from a wide range of artists, from Neil Diamond and Garth Brooks to the Foo Fighters and the Rolling Stones and everything in between.
My Creative Process
My music is a reflection of my life experiences and emotions. I am very much a product of the city I grew up in - Baltimore, and let this water town guide me when it comes to songwriting. I believe that the best music comes from the heart. You hear that in my music like "Flat Busted And Beachbound" or "Feeling Real Good". I don't use backing tracks, loopers, or pre-recorded instrumentals in my performances. Not because I'm a technology prude, but because I focus on giving you a live, authentic, performance, unique to only that experience.
My Live Performances
I love performing live and thrive on the energy of the audience. I have played in various venues, from small coffee shops to large concert halls. My live performances are always filled with passion and energy. Don't believe me? Just talk to a Sugarita, my army of loyal followers who appear at every performance.
Music Included in Set Lists
Elvis
Skid Row
The Rolling Stones
Credence Clearwater Revival
Bon Jovi
Garth Brooks
Neil Diamond
Cheap Trick
Bruce Springsteen
Matchbox Twenty
Van Morrison
Toby Keith
The Cars
Sam Cooke
Warrant
Buddy Holly
Kenny Chesney
Willie Nelson
Tom Petty
Jimmy Buffett
John Cougar Melloncamp
Rob Thomas
Eric Clapton
Beatles
Queen
Little Feat
Brad Paisley
Jefferson Airplane
Van Halen
Alan Jackson
Grateful Dead
...and many more