Brian Kalinec is a Houston-based singer-songwriter. A native of Beaumont, Texas, he started playing guitar at the age of ten. While in high school he actively performed with local bands throughout Southeast Texas at clubs, dances, proms, and private parties. In college, Brian performed solo at various clubs and restaurants in Beaumont. During the summers he lived in Houston and appeared with friends Steven McClintock and David Fertitta. In January of 1976, Brian was a featured performer at the 75th anniversary of the discovery of Spindletop in Beaumont. Songwriting has always been a passionate drive in Brian's musical life. In 1980, Brian performed a song he wrote for his daughter Kerri titled "Challenged Child" at the 1980 National Convention of the Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf, at the Houston School for Deaf Children's Charity Gala, and in several television appearances. From 1995 to 1998, Brian co-produced the annual "Sonny Throckmorton Songwriter's Festival" sponsored by the Houston-Fort Bend Songwriters Association . He is an active member and past president of the organization. In 1997 Brian joined Joelle Joyce in a duo known as the "Urban Birds" and they appeared weekly in many clubs around Houston through 1999. In 2001, Melinda Mones recorded her debut CD, which contained 3 of Brian's songs, "Good Life", "My Apology", and "Right Here, Right Now". Brian and Jeff Chambers began performing as an acoustic duo in 2002 and appear together regularly in venues throughout Southeast Texas. In addition to his shows with Jeff, he also performs with Carolyn Wallace. Brian has been invited to perform at many notable venues including Anderson Fair, Ovations, and JP Hops House in Houston. He has also appeared at house concerts and coffeehouses. In addition to songwriting, Brian has also appeared on occasion as a lead guitarist for Lisa Novak, Ken Gaines, Ronny Cox, and Randall Williams. Brian is releasing his debut CD, Last Man Standing, in early 2007. He is a member of NSAI, ASCAP, the Houston-Fort Bend Songwriters Association (HFSBA) and the Houston Association of Acoustic Musicians (HAAM). Here are some reviews and remarks about Brian’s songwriting and performance: “Incredibly intelligent songwriting along with a mellow voice and excellent guitar playing make Brian a wonder to listen to…” Joanne Sprott, host, Harmony Coffeehouse “Brian’s songs and arrangements are real gems…every one of them.” Ken Gaines, host, Songwriter’s Night at Anderson Fair Contact information: Management: Charlie Stewart, HandShake Mgt. HandShakeMgt@aol.com 512-731-3543 Website: www.briankalinec.com