BIOGRAPHY
Eric Krasno is a highly acclaimed musician, producer, and influential figure in the music industry, known for his contributions to funk, jazz, and soul. Co-founder of the influential soul-funk band Soulive in 1999, alongside Neal and Alan Evans, Krasno helped pioneer a sound that blends jazz improvisation with infectious grooves. His collaborations span a diverse range, from hip-hop luminaries like The Roots and Talib Kweli to soul icons such as Aaron Neville and Chaka Khan while touring with rock icons like the Rolling Stones, Dave Mathews Band and many others.
In addition to his roles as a performer and producer, Krasno has served as musical director and contributed to numerous charity events, passionately using his talents to support various causes. His versatility extends to the world of film, where he served as a producer on the acclaimed documentary "Take Me To The River."
Notably, Krasno's songwriting talents were recognized with a Grammy Award for a song he wrote for the soundtrack of "Take Me To The River," further cementing his status as a respected and innovative force in music.
As a solo artist, Krasno has released celebrated albums such as "Blood From a Stone," and “Always” where his ability to seamlessly fuse genres shines through. His contributions have earned widespread acclaim and critical praise, affirming his reputation as a versatile and influential musician.
Eric Krasno continues to push creative boundaries while remaining deeply committed to creating music that resonates on a profound level with audiences worldwide.
Production/Writing Credits
50 Cent, Xhibit, Aaron Neville, Chaka Khan, Ledisi, Norah Jones, Talib Kweli, Justin Timberlake, Lawrence, Dave Matthews, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Vieux Farka Toure, Emily King, Son Little, Allen Stone, Aloe Blacc, Soulive, Lettuce & King Canyon.
Co-Founder
Soulive, Lettuce, Feel Music Group, King Canyon, Royal Family Records
Grammys
Aaron Neville - “Stomping Ground” (Best Americana Song) Producer/Writer
Tedeschi Trucks Band - Revelator (Best Blues Album Winner) Songwriter/Guitarist
Tedeschi Trucks Band - Live In Oakland (Best Contemporary Blues Album Nominee) Guitarist
Derek Trucks Band - Already Free (Best Contemporary Blues Album Winner) Guitarist
Ledisi - Turn Me Loose (Best R&B Album Nominee) Producer
Pretty Lights - Color Map Of The Sun (Best Electronic Album Nominee) Multi-Instrumentalist
Tedeschi Trucks Band - Live in Oakland (Best Contemporary Blues Album Nominee) Songwriter
Robert Randolph - Got Soul (Best Contemporary Blues Album Nominee) Songwriter/Guitarist
EK Production Playlist
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3wRo6nKy938RwGgnGdDH39?si=2c1f6b31a40e4c0
Ibanez EKM100 Eric Krasno Signature Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar
The Ibanez EKM100 signature semi-hollow electric guitar gives you the same feel, features, and sound found in jazz/ funk legend Eric Krasno's prized instrument. Ibanez made a reproduction of Krasno's guitar and applied the exact dimensions to the EKM100. It also features includes DiMarzio PAF 36th Anniversary pickups, Gotoh Magnum Lock locking tuners and D'Addario XL116 strings for a big harmonically rich sound.
Ibanez EKM10T Eric Krasno Signature Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar
The Ibanez EKM Series EKM10T Eric Krasno Signature Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar guitar gives you the feel, features, and sound found in jazz/ funk legend Eric Krasno's prized instrument, but at a fraction of the price. It features an arched maple top, bound ebony fretboard, Super 58 pickups and an ART2 roller bridge with VBS80 vintage vibrato.
Supro S6420 Thunderbolt Tube Amplifier
Renowned for its bold, full-range sound and up-front, honest midrange, the Thunderbolt covers a remarkable spectrum of vintage tone while wringing every ounce of personality from whatever guitar is plugged in. From clean jazz to Tele twang, soapbar blues to humbucker grind, the Thunderbolt dishes out 35 Watts of “Class A” tube tone from its vintage Supro dual 6L6 power plant.
