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Artist Bio
Alan has been an active writer and performer, both as a solo artist and with bands for more than two decades. His original music blends "bluesy" rock with social and human issues that audiences all over have received enthusiastically. He has performed at major venues like the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, the Continental Arena, the Count Basie Theatre, Convention Hall, as well as dozens of national venues and clubs. As the founder of Primitive Soul, he has headlined at a variety of concer ...
Discography
Artist: Alan Grant & Primitive Soul
Album: Live At The Pony
Style: Rock
© 2008 Alan Grant & Primitive So
Upcoming Events
Saturday, Feb 11, 2012 9:00 PM
McLoone's Boathouse
9 Cherry Lane West Orange, NJ
Alan Grant, Arne Wendt, Paul Avrutin Trio
McLoone's Boathouse
9 Cherry Lane West Orange, NJ
Alan Grant, Arne Wendt, Paul Avrutin Trio
Saturday, Feb 04, 2012 9:00 PM
McLoone's Pier House
1 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch NJ
Rockin' Music & Ocean Beach View
McLoone's Pier House
1 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch NJ
Rockin' Music & Ocean Beach View
Friday, Feb 03, 2012 8:30 PM
The Stoneybrook Grille
1285 Route 28, North Branch NJ
Alan Grant Solo Acoustic
The Stoneybrook Grille
1285 Route 28, North Branch NJ
Alan Grant Solo Acoustic
Friday, Jan 20, 2012 8:00 PM
The Stoneybrook Grille
1285 Route 28, North Branch NJ
Alan Grant Solo Acoustic
The Stoneybrook Grille
1285 Route 28, North Branch NJ
Alan Grant Solo Acoustic
Friday, Jan 13, 2012 5:00 PM
The Fireside Grill
133 S Main Rt. 79 Marlboro NJ
Happy Hour Sports Bar
The Fireside Grill
133 S Main Rt. 79 Marlboro NJ
Happy Hour Sports Bar
Saturday, Jan 07, 2012 9:30 PM
McLoone's Pier House
1 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch NJ
Rockin' Music & Ocean Beach View
McLoone's Pier House
1 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch NJ
Rockin' Music & Ocean Beach View
Friday, Jan 06, 2012 8:00 PM
The Stoneybrook Grille
1285 Route 28, North Branch NJ
Alan Grant & Roger Gardella Duo
The Stoneybrook Grille
1285 Route 28, North Branch NJ
Alan Grant & Roger Gardella Duo
Saturday, Mar 05, 2011 9:00 PM
McLoone's Pier House
1 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch NJ
Rockin' Music & Ocean Beach View
McLoone's Pier House
1 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch NJ
Rockin' Music & Ocean Beach View
Comments
Thursday, Mar 25, 2010 10:10 AM
Alan... you guys really know how to rock the house. Thanks again, and yes you will most definitely be back at FSOS for more shows. Cheers for now, John S. -FSOS, Old Bridge NJ
Alan... you guys really know how to rock the house. Thanks again, and yes you will most definitely be back at FSOS for more shows. Cheers for now, John S. -FSOS, Old Bridge NJ
Monday, Mar 22, 2010 1:32 PM
Saw the band this past Saturday night. There are a lot of mediocre bands out there...and this is NOT one of them. Great song list, tight performance with great vocals and lots of stuff to dance to! Ken, Middlesex County
Saw the band this past Saturday night. There are a lot of mediocre bands out there...and this is NOT one of them. Great song list, tight performance with great vocals and lots of stuff to dance to! Ken, Middlesex County
Sunday, Jan 24, 2010 11:25 AM
Alan Grant and Primitive Soul have served as the "house band" for the award-winning, unprecedented cancer event Stowe Weekend of Hope for 6 years, and boy, have they saved the day! The are not only solid musicians who can read an audience, but really are a crowd-favorite. And--they donated their services. As the organizer, I really depended on them, and they adapted to every situation. Solid, solid pros, with HUGE hearts and a whopping big soul. Love you guys--Jo, Stowe, VT
Alan Grant and Primitive Soul have served as the "house band" for the award-winning, unprecedented cancer event Stowe Weekend of Hope for 6 years, and boy, have they saved the day! The are not only solid musicians who can read an audience, but really are a crowd-favorite. And--they donated their services. As the organizer, I really depended on them, and they adapted to every situation. Solid, solid pros, with HUGE hearts and a whopping big soul. Love you guys--Jo, Stowe, VT
Monday, Dec 14, 2009 4:15 PM
I have seen Alan only in Holiday Express. This was my third year seeing Holiday Expressat Matheny, I work here and well all I can say is I would love to see him again!You totally Rock!
I have seen Alan only in Holiday Express. This was my third year seeing Holiday Expressat Matheny, I work here and well all I can say is I would love to see him again!You totally Rock!
Wednesday, Dec 09, 2009 10:40 AM
My wife and I go to see Alan and the band as often as we can. Between the three part harmonies and the great handle that these guys have playing their individual instruments, we just thoroughly enjoy listening and dancing to their tunes. And if you can imagine, their original songs are even better than the covers. Joe D, Monmouth County
My wife and I go to see Alan and the band as often as we can. Between the three part harmonies and the great handle that these guys have playing their individual instruments, we just thoroughly enjoy listening and dancing to their tunes. And if you can imagine, their original songs are even better than the covers. Joe D, Monmouth County
Thursday, Jul 16, 2009 2:42 PM
This band plays some of the best music I've ever heard. I've been following them around for a few years now and they blow me away every time. This is amazing NJ music - straight from the soul. See just one show and you'll believe! Tricia, Berkeley Heights NJ
This band plays some of the best music I've ever heard. I've been following them around for a few years now and they blow me away every time. This is amazing NJ music - straight from the soul. See just one show and you'll believe! Tricia, Berkeley Heights NJ
Monday, Jun 15, 2009 4:43 PM
This past Friday night I had the good fortune to see Primitive Soul. I have become a SERIOUS fan and I'm looking forward to seeing them again in Long Branch on the 4th. They played some of their original songs and I was awestruck by the words and music. Can't say enough about them! If you have a chance to see this great band, GO! Bonnie, Plainfield, NJ.
This past Friday night I had the good fortune to see Primitive Soul. I have become a SERIOUS fan and I'm looking forward to seeing them again in Long Branch on the 4th. They played some of their original songs and I was awestruck by the words and music. Can't say enough about them! If you have a chance to see this great band, GO! Bonnie, Plainfield, NJ.
Thursday, Apr 16, 2009 12:42 PM
I've been listening to Primitive Soul for a few years now - definately worth going to see them live! They rock & swing the house! :o) Pat, NJ
I've been listening to Primitive Soul for a few years now - definately worth going to see them live! They rock & swing the house! :o) Pat, NJ
Friday, Nov 21, 2008 4:15 PM
GREAT BAND + GREAT MUSIC!!!! Saw them open up for Clarence Clemens at The Stone Pony. Followed them to several other venues. Consistantly great! I have to agree with "Brian from Central Jersey", not the same old music you hear from other bands. They are definately worth going to see as well as purchase thier album. Check them out!!!! Tom, Jersey Shore
GREAT BAND + GREAT MUSIC!!!! Saw them open up for Clarence Clemens at The Stone Pony. Followed them to several other venues. Consistantly great! I have to agree with "Brian from Central Jersey", not the same old music you hear from other bands. They are definately worth going to see as well as purchase thier album. Check them out!!!! Tom, Jersey Shore
Friday, Nov 21, 2008 9:37 AM
Love this band. I heard them a few summers ago and became a fan right away. In Jersey, we get bombarded at the summertime 'shore bars' with the same old 'Margaritaville', 'Sweet Caroline' type bands. Being so close to NY City, you'd think we'd be FULL of original, or REAL blues type bands - NOT TRUE (until I heard Primitive Soul). These dudes play with heart & guts. To me, it don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing (and Primitive Soul swings). Brian, Central Jersey
Love this band. I heard them a few summers ago and became a fan right away. In Jersey, we get bombarded at the summertime 'shore bars' with the same old 'Margaritaville', 'Sweet Caroline' type bands. Being so close to NY City, you'd think we'd be FULL of original, or REAL blues type bands - NOT TRUE (until I heard Primitive Soul). These dudes play with heart & guts. To me, it don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing (and Primitive Soul swings). Brian, Central Jersey





Alan - your band was the highlight at our event last night. You were not only responsive and supportive throughout the pre-event process, but were timely, professional, collaborative and displayed all the flexibility needed to make it a successful event. The music was great too! Thank you, thank you, thank you! You are it for our next event. Lucy T. - President, GSAPP Alumni Organization