Brian Newman

Brian Newman

Keynote Speaker: Jazz Musician, Singer, and Trumpet Player; Known for Performing with Lady Gaga

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Brian Newman Biography

Fulfilling his dream to become a New York City jazz man, the Cleveland-born trumpeter and crooner is perhaps best known as Lady Gaga’s jazz bandleader, having most recently collaborated with her and Tony Bennett on the Grammy-winning album, "Cheek to Cheek," as well as appearing on notable television broadcasts and promotional appearances including PBS’s "Great Performances," NBC’s "Christmas in Rockefeller Center," "The Tonight Show," "The Today Show" and "Saturday Night Live," ABC’s "A Very Gaga Thanksgiving" and "Good Morning America," BBC "One’s Strictly Come Dancing," BBC Radio 1′s "Big Weekend" and MTV’s Video Music Awards. Brian’s trumpet performance with Gaga was also captured on 2011’s "A Very Gaga Holiday" EP as well as a special jazz version of Gaga’s hit “You and I” which she tweeted was inspired by “too many whiskies with Newman.”

Brian also continues to hold court with his longstanding weekly residency as bandleader at Rose Bar at the Gramercy Park Hotel on Tuesday and Thursday nights, and routinely appears for special live performances with a diverse array of musical acts ranging from country’s Dierks Bentley to rock stalwarts, Willie Nile and The Dirty Pearls.

Coming to prominence helming his popular “After Dark” jazz and burlesque revue at Duane Park as well as his two-year run at the Plaza Hotel’s legendary Oak Room, Brian presided over closing night of the venerable Big Apple institution in 2011 in his inimitable style as he and his quartet served up a nostalgic array of standards punctuated by swinging banter and permeated by his musical joie de vivre. Realizing the importance of the event, Brian kept the tape rolling and the rowdy yet refined recorded performance was released as his debut album, "Live From New York City." Later that year, Brian further cemented his iconic cocktail culture status with a series of Late Night Jazz performances at Feinstein’s at the Loews Regency.

Brian continues to be a popular choice for a diverse array of major brands as a master of ceremonies and bandleader for high-profile special event performances. Brian was handpicked by Jack Daniel’s in 2012 to herald the release of its Sinatra Select premium Tennessee Whiskey to celebrate the brand’s famed association with Ol’ Blue Eyes, where Brian shared the stage with Frank Sinatra, Jr. in Cannes. In 2013, Brian was chosen to host Tiffany & Co.’s Roaring Twenties-themed Blue Book Ball to celebrate the famed jeweler’s Jazz Age collection inspired by Baz Luhrmann’s remake of "The Great Gatsby."

Brian’s throwback style has also had Hollywood calling with other film and television performances including HBO’s "Boardwalk Empire" and feature films Friends with Kids and Hey Bartender, for which he recorded “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm” and “One for My Baby,” respectively. Brian was also named official trumpet player of "The Greg James Show" on BBC Radio.

Brian’s musical stylings and bespoke fashion have been described as the eclectic embodiment of both new world punk and old world tastefulness, allowing him to gracefully toe the line between nouveau chic and classic elegance, for which he has been widely featured in publications such as The New York Times Magazine, PMC Magazine, Lifestyle Mirror and StyleLikeU.

A musician’s musician, Brian has been endorsed by leading American audio manufacturer, QSC, and is specially featured on their K for Musicians website touting the company’s active loudspeakers as the perfect solution for accurate sound reproduction of digital sources in a live application, allowing musicians to be more expressive, add nuance and greater dynamics, and produce more creative and inspired live performances.

Brian married burlesque star, Angie Pontani of the World Famous Pontani Sisters in February 2013, with whom he most notably performs in connection with Pontani’s New York Burlesque Festival and Burlesque-a-Pades shows.

The ultimate embodiment of “old school,” Brian’s interests include classic cars and bikes, vintage tattoo art and New York City history.

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Brian Newman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music and Host & Emcee.

Where does Brian Newman travel from?

Brian Newman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Brian Newman?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Brian Newman for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Brian Newman for your next private or corporate function.

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Brian Newman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music and Host & Emcee. The estimated speaking fee range to book Brian Newman for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Brian Newman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Papoose, Ezra Collective and Donald Harrison. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Brian Newman for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

Brian Newman Videos

VIDDING AROUND: Lady GaGa & The Brian Newman Quartet at ...
  • How do I book Brian Newman to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Brian Newman for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Brian Newman, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Brian Newman or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Brian Newman for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Brian Newman, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Brian Newman, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Brian Newman speak about?

    Brian Newman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music and Host & Emcee.
  • Where does Brian Newman travel from?

    Brian Newman generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Brian Newman?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Brian Newman for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Brian Newman for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Brian Newman or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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