What’s Our Story?
Big Green Tractor is a group comprised of Pro Recording and Touring Musician/Vocalists who had prior acquaintances with each other for a few years before BGT. They discussed the idea of starting a project together as they stayed in touch and frequently crossed paths on the music circuit and at various shows.
During the Covid-19 pandemic when most music venues were closed, they maintained their connections and gathered periodically to perform the classic songs of the 70s and 80s in the seclusion of their respective studios. As live music venues gradually reopened, they found themselves transitioning to Tribute performances, paying homage to iconic bands like Journey, Toto, Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, Whitesnake, Eagles, and more.
The appeal of Tribute shows continued to grow, and the group remained committed to this musical direction. During one particular gathering, they engaged in a conversation about Jason Aldean and his significant influence on the Country/Rock genre. It dawned on them that they were all avid Jason Aldean fans, sharing the motto, “Drink beer and know stuff.” Subsequently, they began incorporating his songs into their jam sessions, discovering that not only were these songs great but also incredibly fun to play.
They started performing at venues, often by invitation from their peers, delivering energetic renditions of Jason Aldean’s songs that never failed to ignite the crowd, resulting in enthusiastic cheers and line dancing from the audience. It was at that moment they collectively decided, “Let’s finally do this…”
WELCOME TO BIG GREEN TRACTOR
Shane Russell; Lead Vocalist, Acoustic Guitar
Originally from Mississippi, performing 4,000+ shows on national stages including Las Vegas, Sturgis, New York, etc. and cruise ships with Carnival. Performing in National Tributes and country acts, covering Foreigner, Journey, ToTo, Rascal Flatts and Jason Aldean! Recordings for indie labels, reaching over 8 million people, charting on Billboards Top 100. Shane appears on Grammy Winner, Mills Logan recordings, and lead vocalist/co-songwriter for indie band Firing Embers based out of Birmingham, Alabama
Brent Dunbar; Guitar, Back Vox
Starting out in Chicago, in the early 90’s, first gig being Wrigley Field which lead to touring National Country Festivals with multiple Country Bands throughout the 90’s and never looked back. Eventually moving to Texas, Brent secured a position opening and playing for national recording acts. A founding member of a BonJovi Tribute band playing the House Of Blues, Hard Rock Cafe circuit and re-visiting the national festival circuit. Toured in opening slot for CMA entertainer and CMA male vocalist of the year. Eventually moved to Nashville, and co-founded Big Green Tractor!
Rennie Xosa; Bass, Back Vox
International recording/touring;
NYC native now resides in Nashville, TN.
Susan Aquila: Sony Music (21 Records)
Mark Wood: Grammy; These Are a Few Of My Favorite Things (Mark Wood Music)
Crystal Project: dbl CD Anthology (Retrospect Records)
Raine: Peace (MTM Records - U.K., King Records - Japan)
Montana Screams: Mean World Syndrome (Indie-Red Letter Records)
Crystal Pistol: What I'd Rather Be (Paramount, Famous Music)
Benny Mardones & The Hurricanes: American Dreams (BT Recordings)
VoG (RCA Records), The Debs (A&M Records), Morgen (ABC Command Probe)
Scott Westbrook; Drums, Effects
Originally from Mississippi now resides in Nashville,TN.
Scott Toured with John Schneider, Morgen Wallen, Jesse Kelly Adams and Drummer/bandleader at Jim Brown Music Club. Kelly Shu System Endorsing Artist and has toured Nationally through the decades.