Young Guns is a Memphis based "Full On" rock band consisting of Brandon Closson lead vocals and guitar, Tommie Closson on lead guitar, Tyler Hopgood on bass and Brandon Russell on the drums. Their rock style transcends many different genres giving them a broad fan base, from Country to Metal and all styles in between, all enjoy the riffs and skill with which they deliver. The band credits their major influences to the many rock artists that have come before. Rather than running from the shadow these artists cast, they have embraced it and are poised to fill the void left behind by these great musicians. Live performances are where they shine, a truly high-energy show for all to enjoy. Crowds do not compare them to contemporary bands; rather they are compared to some of the greatest musicians of all time! Their hard work is paying off as they have opened for hall of fame rockers ZZ Top as well as the likes of Blues Traveler and Top New Artist winner Luke Bryan all at Snowden Grove Amphitheater. Young Guns have also been featured supporting Eric Church on numerous tour stops throughout the delta region. They have graced many stages and festivals including Snowden Grove Amphitheater, El Dorado Music Fest AR 2010, Cotton District Arts Festival Starkville, MS 2010, Market Street Festival Columbus MS 2011, FedEx Forum at Memphis Grizzlies game, Channel 3 Live at 9, played at Minglewood Hall and the New Daisy on Beale St, Auto Zone Park, Lounge 1994, Margaritas in Marion, Arkansas, the Southern Hot Wing Festival – Main Street Memphis as well as supporters of the St. Jude Marathon. The response has been tremendous. Young Guns continue to hammer away at their craft and continue to make music for the world to rock.
