The Blues Brothers Members, Gear & Sound

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Members

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Steve Cropper

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes Booker T. & the M.G.'s Delaney & Bonnie and Friends The Packers The RCO All-Stars The Stax Staff The Mar‐Keys Texas Toad Lickers Murph & the Magic Tones Frank Black & The Stax Pistols

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Steve Jordan

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

The Rolling Stones John Mayer Trio Keith Richards and the X-Pensive Winos Booker T. & the M.G.'s The Steves Saturday Night Live Band Paul Shaffer & the CBS Orchestra Paul Shaffer & the World's Most Dangerous Band 24th Street Band The LaVettes Los Secretos The Verbs

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Donald Dunn

Roles:

Bassist

Groups:

Booker T. & the M.G.'s Delaney & Bonnie and Friends The RCO All-Stars The Stax Staff The Mar‐Keys Texas Toad Lickers Murph & the Magic Tones

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Matt "Guitar" Murphy

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Little Junior’s Blue Flames

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Paul Shaffer

Roles:

Composer

Groups:

The Honeydrippers The Louisiana Gator Boys Northern Lights Paul Shaffer and the Hall of Fame Orchestra Hell's Kitchen Funk Orchestra The Slicers Saturday Night Live Band Paul Shaffer & the CBS Orchestra Paul Shaffer & the World's Most Dangerous Band Paul Shaffer & The Party Boys Of Rock 'N' Roll The Orchestra For New York City Gary Burton & Friends DJ Logic & Friends Saturday Night Live Cast Saturday Night Live

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Anton Fig

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

Kiss Booker T. & the M.G.'s Blackmore's Night Frehley's Comet Paul Shaffer and the Hall of Fame Orchestra Jimmy Vivino and the Rekooperators Paul Shaffer & the CBS Orchestra Paul Shaffer & the World's Most Dangerous Band Paul Shaffer & The Party Boys Of Rock 'N' Roll The Orchestra For New York City Child Is Father to the Man

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Murphy Dunne

Roles:

Keyboardist

Groups:

Murph & the Magic Tones

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Tom Scott

Roles:

Keyboardist Music Producer

Groups:

The Wrecking Crew George's Band Asche & Spencer The Rod Stewart Group L.A. Express Tom Scott Quartet Joe Byrd and the Field Hippies Victor Feldman and the Generation Band L.A. Workshop The Don Ellis Orchestra

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Tommy McConnell

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

New York Skyy

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John Belushi

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

The Second City (Comedy Troupe) The Ravens Saturday Night Live Cast Saturday Night Live

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John Goodman

Roles:

Singer

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Cab Chamberlain

Roles:

Singer

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Al Rubin

Roles:

Trumpeter

Groups:

The RCO All-Stars Saturday Night Live Band Black Light Orchestra The Tick Horns

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Birch Johnson

Roles:

Trombonist

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Leon Pendarvis

Roles:

Keyboardist Music Producer

Groups:

Saturday Night Live Band

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Rob Paparozzi

Roles:

Singer Music Producer

Groups:

Blood, Sweat & Tears The Hudson River Rats

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Willie Hall

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

The Bar-Kays Isaac Hayes Movement Murph & the Magic Tones

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Tom Malone

Roles:

Saxophonist

Groups:

Blood, Sweat & Tears The Subdudes Paul Shaffer and the Hall of Fame Orchestra The RCO All-Stars Saturday Night Live Band Kayo Dot Paul Shaffer & the CBS Orchestra Paul Shaffer & the World's Most Dangerous Band Black Light Orchestra Murph & the Magic Tones CBS Orchestra Horns The Orchestra For New York City

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Jonny Rosch

Roles:

Singer

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Lou Marini

Roles:

Music Producer Saxophonist

Groups:

Blood, Sweat & Tears The RCO All-Stars Saturday Night Live Band The Blue Lou & Misha Project Hell's Kitchen Funk Orchestra The Tick Horns

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Jim Belushi

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

The Second City (Comedy Troupe) The Have Love Will Travel Revue Jim Belushi & the Sacred Hearts Saturday Night Live Cast Saturday Night Live

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Dan Aykroyd

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

U.S.A. for Africa The Second City (Comedy Troupe) The Have Love Will Travel Revue Saturday Night Live Cast Saturday Night Live

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Eddie Floyd

Roles:

Singer

Groups:

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings The Falcons

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About

The Blues Brothers is an iconic American musical group that blends blues, blues rock, and soul into a captivating performance art. Originating from a sketch on the television show Saturday Night Live, the duo was brought to life by comedians John Belushi (as Jake Blues, vocals) and Dan Aykroyd (as Elwood Blues, harmonica and vocals). Their act quickly gained momentum, evolving from a comedic skit into a legitimate music group accompanied by a band of legendary musicians, including Steve Cropper (guitar) and Donald "Duck" Dunn (bass). Known for their energetic renditions of classic soul and blues hits, The Blues Brothers have left an indelible mark on the music scene with their unique combination of humor and musical authenticity.

How to Sound Like The Blues Brothers

The Blues Brothers' sound is a lively, soulful concoction characterized by gritty, driving rhythms and lush, horn-infused arrangements. Their performances are a celebration of the raw, unpolished energy of blues and soul. To emulate their sound, a musician might focus on capturing the warm, vintage guitar tones reminiscent of Steve Cropper's work, often achieved through classic gear like a Fender Esquire paired with a Fender 'Narrow Panel Tweed' Harvard 5F10 amplifier. The groove is anchored by the punchy, melodic bass lines of a Fender Precision Bass, which ensures the music remains both engaging and danceable. The ensemble's rhythm section, featuring tight drumming and soulful brass, creates an infectious energy that defines their sound, making it both spirited and timeless.

Discography

Live - The Closing Of Winterland, 31St December 1978

1978

Briefcase Full of Blues

1978

The Blues Brothers Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

1980

Made in America

1980

The Lost Recordings

2025

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Want to sound like The Blues Brothers? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.