Brandon Boone is a world-renowned bassist from Augusta, Georgia. He was immersed in music thanks to his father, a church pianist and minister of music, and his older brother Robert, a lifelong drummer now performing with The Count Basie Orchestra. Growing up with rhythm and melody from the very beginning, Brandon developed into a bassist who balances technical mastery with emotional depth—always attuned to blending his voice seamlessly into the collective sound and knowing when to take the lead.

Brandon earned a bachelor’s degree in jazz studies from Kennesaw State University in 2017. Alongside an excellent faculty where he studied drum set and bass, he also benefited from invaluable mentorship by a pillar of Atlanta’s music scene: the late, legendary Colonel Bruce Hampton. Hampton’s mentorship played a crucial role in Brandon’s musical development. The experience was like none other. His mentorship not only sharpened Brandon’s life skills but also encouraged a deeper artistic vision and self-awareness, shaping him into a specially versatile and expressive musician. 

Active collaboration in Atlanta’s music scene led Brandon to co-found the improvisational group Grüt. Their 2018 debut, Side Room Stories, established the group’s presence on stages across the United States and Canada. Since then, they’ve released a compelling second full-length album, still pushing creative boundaries and captivating audiences.

Still based in Atlanta, Boone is best known for his work with the Grammy-winning Tedeschi Trucks Band. Since joining the group in 2019, he has recorded and toured extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia, bringing his deep musicality, groove, and creativity to audiences worldwide. Notable venues include Madison Square Garden, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, the Ryman Auditorium, London Palladium, and Wembley Arena. Boone remains deeply engaged with his musical community, launching The Reunion in 2023—a spontaneous celebration of musical legacy and collective spirit. “The Reunion is a fellowship, a flurry of creative energies bringing many vibes to life.” The project features a rotating lineup of acclaimed collaborators from around the world; the project continues to expand in sound, vision, and spirit.