"A multi-genre artist" —Bass Musician Magazine
"A one-man band" —O's Place Jazz Magazine
"Eaton defies easy classification"
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Brian Eaton Returns With A Sprawling Wooden-Hewed Epic 'Parable Of The Trees'
Grafting Americana grit, prog-rock intricacies, and his signature “cowboy jazz” sound.
New Album Out Now
PORTLAND, OR (24 April 2026)—Brian Eaton has never been one for the path of least resistance, and his eighth studio outing, Parable of the Trees, proves the veteran musician and composer is still chasing the horizon. This new release deftly grafts Americana grit with the intricate architecture of prog-rock, along with his signature “cowboy jazz” mode—a sound as expansive as the high plains. The album is now available across all major digital platforms through his Eatin’ Records imprint.
The seven original compositions contained within Parable of the Trees are a study in controlled eclecticism. Eaton, a genuine multi-instrumentalist (handling all guitars, bass, drums, percussion, and keyboards himself), seamlessly fuses complex jazz fusion structures with the heartland grit of Americana, the soulful depth of blues, and the ambitious intricacies of progressive and art rock. The result is a sound that feels both intellectually stimulating and deeply resonant.
Central to the album's identity is the further exploration of Eaton's self-coined "cowboy jazz" style, which comprises roughly half of the tracklist. This signature sound weaves dusty, wide-open sonic spaces with precise harmonic complexity, creating a unique sub-genre that defies easy categorization.
The album's title and central theme draw profound inspiration from the symbolism of nature and the lessons gleaned from it. Eaton explored the extensive use of trees and natural elements as potent metaphors throughout Scripture, recognizing their ancient roles as providers of food, shelter, shade, and more. This thematic grounding provides a powerful, universal undercurrent to the instrumental narratives, inviting listeners to reflect on stability, growth, and sustenance in a chaotic world.
Parable of the Trees follows Eaton's 2025 release, Like a Root out of Dry Ground, which received a warm reception from O's Place Jazz Magazine and All About Jazz. The latter praised it for its "a big-picture production approach that gives an evocative soundscape as much weight as the notes or melody...in a familiar down-home Americana feel...the way memories of home feel...such a heartwarming listen."
Eaton's Parable of the Trees is a sprawling, wooden-hewed epic that translates ancient timber lessons into a high-stakes sonic ecosystem. It's both dense and refreshingly lawless—a boundary-blurring masterclass in instrumental storytelling that is certain to captivate fans.
Track Listing:
- Briers and Thorns 8:56
- Flint into a Fountain 6:01
- The Bread of Angels 5:58
- Old Wineskins 5:57
- The Thistle and the Cedar 4:44
- Healing Leaves 5:14
- Parable of the Tress 5:58
For more information, please visit BrianEaton.com
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About the Artist: Brian Eaton is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and composer based in Portland, Oregon, known for his genre-defying music that challenges traditional categories. With his singular approach to blending diverse musical traditions—from jazz to rock to ethereal ambient landscapes—Eaton creates music that is as cinematic as it is technical. As a “sonic architect” and a true independent spirit, he writes, performs, produces, and engineers all of his music in his home studio, maintaining complete creative control to craft immersive listening experiences.
Contact: Alma Dickinson at eatinrecords@live.com. For press inquiries, interviews, or review copies. 
Grafting Americana grit with the ambitious intricacies of prog-rock and his signature "cowboy jazz" sound, Eaton translates ancient timber lessons into a high-stakes sonic ecosystem. Parable of the Trees, a sprawling, wooden-hewed epic, is both dense and refreshingly lawless—a boundary-blurring masterclass in instrumental storytelling.
Album Release/Street Date: APRIL 24, 2026
Add Date: March 27, 2026
Genre: jazz, jazz fusion, jazz rock, prog-rock, contemporary jazz, crossover jazz, Americana
UPC: 795987 092635
Brian Eaton - electric guitar, bass, keyboards, drums & percussion
Produced, Engineered, Recorded, Mixed, & Mastered by Brian Eaton at Eatin' Records, Portland, OR
All music written & arranged by Brian Eaton and published by BSE Music (ASCAP)
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From sitting in on drums at an L.A. jazz club at age nine to jamming with Gilby Clarke (former Guns ‘N Roses guitarist) in his older brother's band at 11, Brian Eaton found the spark that ignited his passion in a pair of sticks at an early age. The Allegra Drums Artist, musician, composer/songwriter, engineer, and producer has gone on to be a multi-genre force in jazz fusion, prog, and rock, who uses the studio as the ultimate instrument to wield his imaginative creativity. Eaton has been featured in Bass Musician Magazine, All About Jazz, World of Jazz, and more, and has received praise from jazz greats Jean-Luc Ponty, Paul Wertico (Pat Metheny Group), and Frank Catalano.
Hailed as a "studio wizard" and "diverse performer," Eaton continues to captivate his listeners with eclectic sonic intrigue. The Illinois Entertainer called him "a multi-talented, multi-instrumentalist with multi-tasking abilities," and WWOZ jazz radio proclaimed, "Brian Eaton is an amazing composer and artist."
PRESS
"A multi-genre artist" —Bass Musician Magazine
"A multi-talented, multi-instrumentalist with multi-tasking abilities." —Kelley Simms, Illinois Entertainer
"A wonderful musical ride...Bravo!!!" —Paul Wertico, Seven-Time Grammy Winner (Pat Metheny Group)
"a big-picture production approach that gives an evocative soundscape as much weight as the notes or melody...in a familiar down-home Americana feel...the way memories of home feel...such a heartwarming listen." —Geno Thackara, All About Jazz
"Tough to classify" —D. Oscar Groomes, O's Place Jazz Magazine
