Chad Marshall Band

Chad has been influenced by blues legends such as Albert King and Hubert Sumlin, Big Jack Johnson and the great Howlin' Wolf. He has shared the stage with Craig Horton, RJ Mischo, Michael Burks, Gil Franklin, Detroit Johnny, and Saint Thomas Jenkins to name a few. Chad's guitar prowess and soulful vocals are complemented by his bandmates, who are equally talented and experienced musicians who bring energy and excitement to every performance.

The Chad Marshall Band's music is a fusion of true blues with modern Rock N Roll and a touch of Southern soul. Their original songs are often inspired by Chad's personal experiences, which he uses to create powerful and emotionally charged storytelling through his music. 

They've toured extensively throughout the South, playing at numerous festivals and venues. If you're looking for a dynamic and talented blues band to perform at your next event, the Chad Marshall Band is an excellent choice. They are versatile performers who can adapt to any setting, and their passion for music is infectious. Whether you're planning a large-scale event or a more intimate gathering, the Chad Marshall Band is guaranteed to deliver an electrifying and unforgettable performance.

Aside from their impressive musicianship, the Chad Marshall Band is also known for their commitment to the LIVE music community of creators, players, fans and supporters. "It's important to Learn from the Masters and teach the children" Like an oral tradition in music form these things have been passed down from generation to generation.  "We want to share the genius of these early American musicians in a voice of today". Check out the band's latest release, "Made To Suffer", which is now available.

C Roscoe Willis is the bassist for The Chad Marshall Band and we couldn't be happier!

As a young boy Roscoe began playing with his uncle, Detroit Johnny, an Arkansas Blues Master that is from Pine Bluff.  C. Roscoe Willis is a Pine Bluff native and graduate of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and the Music Business Institute of Atlanta, He holds a BS in Music Education. A former United States Marine Corps Band Audio Technician, he is the founder of DTO Records which is a recording studio, publisher and distributor. Willis plays brass, keyboard and bass instruments. He is a devoted husband and father, and is a Blues lover. He currently is serving as President of the Port City Blues Society. We are thrilled to have him in the Chad Marshall Band.  Roscoe is an integral spice for this skilled BLUES Power Trio.

Carl Bass started learning to play drums at 13. He was in the snare drum line for Don’s Marching Band from El Rancho High School in Pico Rivera, CA (east of Los Angeles) where he grew up and (like all the best musicians) had a garage band called The Satin Souls.  As soon as Carl graduated high school he was playing in top 40 clubs. With great enthusiasm Carl immersed in various genres… rock, hard rock, metal, country, rockabilly and, of course the blues. Through this process he played clubs along Sunset Blvd in Hollywood like Whiskey-a-GoGo and The Roxy. Carl toured the US and Canada with saxophone legend Joe Houston for 10 years and recorded a live album at Café Voltaire in 1994. He then played with various blues projects like Whiteboy James & the Blues Express, The Blasters, Pee Wee Crayton, Carey Bell, Johnny Dyer, Janiva Magness, Eddie Daniels, Deborah Coleman, Robert Lucas, Barry Levinson and more.  In 2003 Carl moved to Arkansas to be closer to family and joined the Rolling Stones tribute band Satisfaction, where he toured the US, Canada and Mexico until 2009. We are thrilled to have this drum/percussion powerhouse as an integral part of the Chad Marshall Band.