Brainstory

Based in L.A. but hailing from the Inland Empire's own Rialto, CA, two-thirds of Brainstory, Kevin and Tony Martin, are brothers by blood, while Eric Hagstrom is a brother through their music and long-term friendship. While the group's initial connection comes from the heady mixture of jazz-performance-focused music school and the grind of playing local shows, their bond has been strengthened through countless hours on the road touring and the making of two studio records: 2019’s debut full-length, Buck, followed by 2021’s Ripe EP. Since they started the band they have constantly faced situations that forced them to rise to the occasion. They got signed to Big Crown Records; they stepped up their game. Covid happened; they learned to record themselves. They started touring a ton, sharing the stage with the likes of Lady Wray, and they got their live show super tight. All of this time spent grinding and growing has certainly paid off. The path to take their art to the next level is clearer than ever, and once again, they are here for it. If there is one thing that is abundantly clear, it’s that Brainstory leveled up.