The Ries Brothers (pronounced "Rees"), a duo from Clearwater, FL, blend rock, blues, funk, and reggae into a soulful-sophisticated sound. Older brother Charlie (26) sings lead vocals while simultaneously playing drums and keyboard bass giving the bandits a unique and full sound. Younger brother Kevin Jordan (22) completes the band's "sonic creativity" on guitar, ukulele, melodica, theremin and provides background vocals along with co-writes many of their songs. The band started playing the Florida bar circuit as young teenagers where they were discovered by the band CHICAGO and taken out on two Regional tours prompting them to leave school and focus on music full time. The Brothers inimitable live performances have captured fans across the musical landscape leading to marquee support slots and major festival bookings.
