Texas Blues SOUL x AusSIE GRIT
LATEST SINGLE - EYES
Brett has spent twenty five years raising the roof on other people’s stages, but his new single Eyes shows exactly what happens when all that experience is pointed inward. This track sits on a Bill Withers inspired groove with Chris Whipper” Layton behind the kit, creating a slow, shadowy burn that cuts deeper with every bar.
Eyes is all about what you do not see coming. The lyrics move through half truths, late night instincts and the pressure of burnout culture. Snakes in the bed. Webs being spun. A quiet voice telling you to stay sharp. It is uncomfortable on purpose. Honest because it has to be.
What People Are Saying
“As a vocalist Brett simply oozes soul, blues and just the right amount of grit to his storytelling. His guitar work is just sublime. A hint of his influences come through his own style and flavour both in his playing and vocal styles.”
— Andrew Slaidins @ The Rockpit
“His playing was fluid and expressive, weaving intricate melodies and delicate phrasing into a soundscape that spoke volumes.
Each piece was a showcase of musical storytelling, full of nuance and emotional depth.
The crowd, clearly drawn in, listened in a rare stillness, a testament to the power of his performance.”
— Brad Fry @ The Live Wire
“If I had to describe Wood stylistically, it would be a cocktail of Ian Moss, Stevie Ray Vaughan with a splash of Hendrix magic and a whole lotta Wood.”
— Andrew Slaidins @ The Rockpit
“His solo performance was modest but musically rich, the kind of set that reminds you just how powerful an instrument can be in the right hands.
His intricate guitar work was nuanced, his stage presence calm and assured—a quiet masterclass that felt like a deep breath before the emotional plunge of the night ahead.”
— XpressMag
“…a fiery guitar solo was a standout moment, adding a burst of energy that had the crowd dancing in the aisles.”
— Jamie Apps @ Pario Magazine
“His set — packed with sincerity and songwriting strength — covered personal territory with a gentle touch. On Your Side, about his divorce, hit hard in all the right ways, while his brand-new track ‘Eyes’ suggested Brett’s storytelling has plenty more chapters to come.
It was reflective, honest, and beautifully played — the kind of support set that does more than just warm the stage; it builds the foundations for something special.
— Andy Kershaw @ Music Kingdom Australia
“An undeniable pillar in the Australian music community… Brett Wood is the ultimate musical lifer you’ve potentially never heard of – until now.”
— On the Map PR, Volume Media
Powerful. Bold. Dangerous.
After decades as one of Australia’s most respected session guitarists—touring the world with Pete Murray, collaborating with Tommy Emmanuel, and earning the respect of legends like Chris “Whipper” Layton—Brett Wood steps into the spotlight with a mission:
To shake up the blues world and claim his place among its modern leaders.
UPCOMING GIGS
Contact.
Melbourne, Australia