Brett Dooley · Tucson, Arizona
Country and folk roots. Familiar songs from all over the map.
Live acoustic music with country and Americana roots, unexpected favorites, and original songs. From laid-back evenings to lively sing-alongs, the music follows the crowd.
Frontman of Whiskey Treats — voted both Best Country Act and Best Folk in Tucson Weekly's 2026 Best of Tucson.
Solo acoustic performances for Tucson and Southern Arizona venues, private events, and festivals.
The music
A little country. A little folk. A few left turns.
I play a mix of country, folk, and Americana, along with songs from pop and rock that might seem out of place on paper but work surprisingly well with an acoustic guitar. Some stay pretty close to the original, while others get a different feel entirely. I also work my own songs into the set when the moment feels right.
Some nights call for music people can enjoy over dinner and conversation. Others are better with a few sing-alongs. I pay attention to the crowd and adjust the pace and energy as the night goes on.
On the setlist
Country, folk & Americana
Chris Stapleton, Tyler Childers, Bob Dylan, George Strait, John Prine, Zach Bryan, Noah Kahan
The left turns
Chappell Roan, MGMT, Miley Cyrus, Death Cab for Cutie, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Natalie Imbruglia, Tones and I
Watch
See what the live show sounds like.
A look at the solo acoustic set: real songs, real performances, and a feel for what works in the room.
A little background
A few miles on this guitar, playing rooms like yours.
I've spent more than a decade performing solo and with bands at bars, festivals, listening rooms, and private events. Different audiences and different venues call for different approaches, and that experience carries into every solo show.
I'm the frontman and songwriter behind Whiskey Treats, which earned two honors in Tucson Weekly's 2026 Best of Tucson: Best Country Act and Best Folk.
I also front Pop Up Rebellion, the pop-punk band behind our wildly successful annual Pop Punk Prom at Club Congress, and we've played Tour de Tucson, Meet Me Downtown, and Festival of the Southwest.
Those bands are different shows. My solo performances put folk and country at the center, alongside original songs and some unexpected covers.
Live bookings
The right music for the right room.
A relaxed patio set, a lively brewery, a listening room, or a private party all need something different. I bring a broad repertoire, professional sound equipment, and the experience to match the music to the atmosphere.
I handle performance details in advance and keep setup straightforward, so you can concentrate on your guests.
Restaurants & patios
Familiar acoustic songs that add to the atmosphere without taking over the room.
Breweries & bars
A mix of country, folk, rock, and unexpected favorites with room for audience requests and sing-alongs.
Private parties & corporate events
A flexible setlist, clear communication, and music matched to the crowd and schedule.
Festivals & listening rooms
Original Americana and folk songs alongside carefully chosen covers.
Come out and say hello
Upcoming shows.
Here’s where I’ll be playing next. If you’re nearby, come hang out.
The recordings
The Long Road.
My 2023 solo album, The Long Road, is eight original songs built around memory, home, and the things we carry with us. The recordings explore a broader studio sound than my acoustic shows, mixing storytelling and organic instruments with more layered production.
Also out there: The Teeth in Life, a 2019 single, on Spotify, Apple Music, and Bandcamp.
About Brett
Songs, stories, and a guitar.
My solo shows are where the country and folk side of my playing gets to lead, and where the songs I've written sit right alongside the covers.
I live in Tucson, write and record my own music, and stay busy with Whiskey Treats and Pop Up Rebellion when I'm not performing solo. Different projects, different sounds, and all a big part of why I still love playing live.
Other projects
Sometimes there's a whole band.
Have a date in mind?
I'm booking solo shows for venues, private events, and festivals around Tucson and Southern Arizona. Tell me a little about the place, the date, and what kind of atmosphere you're after, and we can see if it's a good fit.
