Brian Ernst is a proud Citizen of the Lenni-Lenape (Delaware) Nation, which is a Native American Indian Tribe that governs in what is commonly known as the United States of America. In the last 16 years, Ernst has been captivating audiences across 49 states and 37 countries. As a versatile multi-instrumentalist, Brian live loops acoustic guitars, didgeridoos, beatboxing, vocal harmonies, and percussion instruments to craft uplifting songs with passion and purpose.
For Brian, walking the path of the artist is walking the path of the people. His music is authentic and passionate as it reflects his global travels. He describes his music as a soundtrack for the journey between the head and the heart. Ernst has independently sold over 20,000 albums, accumulated over 200,000 Spotify streams and amassed over half a million views on YouTube. Brian has opened for and/or shared the bill with The Wailers, Soldiers of Jah Army, Trevor Hall, MC Yogi, Shakey Graves, Mi Casa (SA), Desmond And the Tutu's (SA), Good Luck (SA), Sol Rising, Thomas Oliver, Wookiefoot, Tubby Love, Amber Lily, Mike Perkins, Better Than Ezra, Bam Bam Brown and others.
Beyond the stage, Brian and his wife, Katie, steward a 501c3 non-profit organization (NGO) called Journey4YOUth. This initiative supports Indigenous-led community projects for the Luo Tribe in southwestern Kenya. Invited to Kaswanga Village in 2010, Brian and Katie continue to allocate resources towards education scholarships and clean water initiatives.
Brian's journey extends to humanitarian work at Moria Refugee Camp in Greece, collaboration with a small NGO in Turkey aiding displaced Syrian families and holding the line at Standing Rock Nation.
Currently, Brian is finishing his 8th album titled 'Songs in the Key of Freedom,' set for release in early 2024. His music, an embodiment of his 'heArt,' has not only taken he and his family around the world but also serves as a unique and unambiguous expression of his artistic journey.
For Brian, walking the path of the artist is walking the path of the people. His music is authentic and passionate as it reflects his global travels. He describes his music as a soundtrack for the journey between the head and the heart. Ernst has independently sold over 20,000 albums, accumulated over 200,000 Spotify streams and amassed over half a million views on YouTube. Brian has opened for and/or shared the bill with The Wailers, Soldiers of Jah Army, Trevor Hall, MC Yogi, Shakey Graves, Mi Casa (SA), Desmond And the Tutu's (SA), Good Luck (SA), Sol Rising, Thomas Oliver, Wookiefoot, Tubby Love, Amber Lily, Mike Perkins, Better Than Ezra, Bam Bam Brown and others.
Beyond the stage, Brian and his wife, Katie, steward a 501c3 non-profit organization (NGO) called Journey4YOUth. This initiative supports Indigenous-led community projects for the Luo Tribe in southwestern Kenya. Invited to Kaswanga Village in 2010, Brian and Katie continue to allocate resources towards education scholarships and clean water initiatives.
Brian's journey extends to humanitarian work at Moria Refugee Camp in Greece, collaboration with a small NGO in Turkey aiding displaced Syrian families and holding the line at Standing Rock Nation.
Currently, Brian is finishing his 8th album titled 'Songs in the Key of Freedom,' set for release in early 2024. His music, an embodiment of his 'heArt,' has not only taken he and his family around the world but also serves as a unique and unambiguous expression of his artistic journey.