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:

• Sunday August 24, (also Sept. 28, Oct. 26) 7-10 PM - blues trio at Shaw's Crabhouse, 11 E. Hubbard, Chicago
• Mondays August 25, Sept. etc. 9:30 PM - jamsession at Buddy Guy's Legends, 754 S. Wabash
• Thursday August 28, 7:30-11 PM, Frankfort Fall Festival, Kansas & Oak St., Frankfort, IL
• Friday September 12, 9 PM, Galway Tribes, 9680 Lincoln Way Lane, Frankfort, IL 60423
• Friday October 10, 9 PM, Ballydoyle Irish Pub, 5157 S. Main St., Downers Grove, IL

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