B.D. Lenz

Guitarist B.D. Lenz has built an international following with his blend of contemporary jazz, fusion, funk, soul, and groove-based improvisation. The New York Times praised his accessibility, noting that he “not only fuses jazz and rock, he complements it with the warm chords of funk, soul, and rhythm and blues.”

Lenz has released more than a dozen recordings as a leader and collaborated with artists including Randy Brecker, Mike Stern, Will Lee, and Mark Egan. His music has appeared in hundreds of television and film placements worldwide, including Breaking Bad, Young Sheldon, Catfish, and Chicago Fire.

He is also the author of And the Crowd Goes Mild, a humorous and heartfelt look at life as a working musician.

Originally from New Jersey, Lenz tours extensively throughout the United States, Europe, and the UK as both a solo artist and with his long-running trio. When not performing, the Godin-endorsed guitarist composes for Gramoscope Music and writes for AllAboutJazz.com.