About Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox
When pianist Scott Bradlee launched the time-warping music collective in a basement apartment in Queens, New York, a "viral" online success story was born that quickly led to sold-out shows across North America and Europe in the summer of 2014. The tour received rave reviews from both trade magazines and world-renowned artists. In the years that followed, "PMJ" earned a reputation as "Saturday Night Live for singers" by introducing audiences to dozens of extraordinary musicians, many of whom had previously been overlooked by the modern record industry, and turning them into bona fide stars.
Ten years and two billion views of their YouTube channel later, the Postmodern Jukebox show has become something of an annual music tradition for hundreds of thousands of loyal fans around the world - fans who often show up in their old clothes to share in the experience. "By the end of 2023, PMJ will have played 937 shows in 44 countries on 5 continents," says Bradlee, who creates the musical arrangements and directs the shows. "This longevity in an industry that is notoriously volatile was completely unexpected for us. There is no secret formula, just an obsession with classical sounds and a commitment to showcasing phenomenal talent. We continue to be honored by the support of our audiences for this project, which continues to inspire us and push us to new artistic heights. It's the perfect marriage, and our 10th anniversary tour will be a celebration."
Photo Credit: Nicole Schoen Visconti
