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i am Fool

J.Brazill - lead vocals & guitar

Kay Alyce - vocals, percussion

Mike Sweeney - guitar

Reverend Ken - bass 

John Clark - drums
 

Born from the depths of Foolishness herself, i am Fool is injecting new life into the Syracuse music scene with clever song craft and an infectious raw vibe. The music of i am Fool is a dish best served live. Don’t miss it.

The band, while dedicated to showcasing their own music, also applies their talent and perspective to an eclectic mix of cover songs. Artists represented are as diverse as The Beatles and Cake, Jane’s Addiction and The Grateful Dead, Joe Cocker and Weezer, Sublime and Neil Diamond.

The meaning of the band’s unusual name is is found in the eponymous song, i am Fool.
    I am Fool, who are you?
    Look at me, look at you
    You’re so cool, just so smooth
    I am everything you don’t want to be
    You’re everything I can’t do
    I am Fool

A genre-defying and energetic band with an undeniably unique edge, i am Fool was originally the brainchild of local actor and songwriter J. Brazill and drummer “Brother John” Clark. While they worked to create their brand of self-defined “Foolish Rock,” Brazill reconnected with his childhood friend, guitarist Mike “Noodles” Sweeney, with whom Brazill had founded his first band. Sweeney’s entrance to the band was soon followed by the original bass player’s exit. After playing without a bass player for many months, they eventually met veteran bassist “Reverend Ken” Kellerman at an open mic night. Reverend Ken’s style brought a unique sound to the mix, and they quickly made an impression on the music scene. The band most recently added professional artist and musician Tamaralee, a locally celebrated and award-winning vocalist whose performance background adds to the unique band sound.

Mac's Bad Art Bar

Moondog's Lounge

Wescott Theatre

Landmark Theatre

The Fusion Room

Dinosaur BBQ

Boneyard Dinosaur

Funk n Waffles

Bull and Bear BBQ

World of Beer

Flat Iron Grill

The Maplewood

Al's Wine and Whiskey

Margaritaville

The Jugg

Inside Out Tavern

Monirae's

JP's Tavern

The Palace Theatre
The In Between
The Colonial Inn
Festival in the Park
Johnson Park
Lewis Park
Bridge Street Tavern
Old City Hall
Ferris Wheel
Columbus Circle
Shindig at the Lake
Auburn Summer Sizzler
Wild Weeds Festival
FX Capara Harley Davidson
Dublin's
White Water Pub
Wunderbar