Welcome to the official music site of Brother John. John Kattke, a.k.a. Brother John, is a brilliant vocalist, guitarist and keyboardist. His back-up band usually consists of drums, bass, trumpet and tenor sax. Repertoire ranges from classic rock, New Orleans, Latin, R&B, blues, swing and instrumental jazz, etc.

Brother John's Band recently hosted Buddy Guy's 70th birthday bash at Legends! See some pics on the Photos page, and read what TimeOut Chicago says about it on the Press page.

Brother John has played with Eric Clapton, Maceo Parker, Black Crowes, George Benson, Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor and Otis Rush — from the "Tonight Show" to the Chicago Blues Festival!

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This site now includes sound clips and a photo gallery. Stay tuned for updates in the near future! Rock on.....

Upcoming shows:

• Mondays April 15, 29; 9:30 PM - jamsession at Buddy Guy's Legends, 700 S. Wabash
• Friday April 19, 9 PM, The Alley in Highwood
• Sunday April 28, 7-10 PM, Shaw's (21 E. Hubbard, Chicago) trio
• Sunday June 9, 3-5PM, Ottawa Wine Festival
• Friday June 14, Two Brothers Roundhouse, Aurora IL

  
  

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