Bernie Dresel Tickets

Meet Bernie Dresel, the powerhouse drummer and dynamic bandleader known for driving big band grooves and high-energy jazz. Born November 12, 1961 in Sharon, Pennsylvania and based in Los Angeles for most of his career, Dresel built a reputation as a versatile timekeeper with a punchy, precise sound that elevates any ensemble. He spent about 15 years with the Brian Setzer Orchestra, contributing to multiple Grammy-winning recordings including Jump Jive An' Wail (Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals, 1999). A longtime member of Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band (2000–2015), Bernie helped craft Grammy-winning projects that showcased his virtuosic swing and tight ensemble work. Since 2014, he leads The BBB Featuring Bernie Dresel, a 16-piece big band that keeps his signature swagger front and center. If you’re sourcing top-tier live jazz and big band performances, you’ve got a connection in Bernie Dresel.

Upcoming on-tour highlights in 2025 include appearances at The Baked Potato on July 29, The Grape Ventura on August 9, and Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Grill on October 29. Each show features Bernie’s dynamic percussion alongside The BBB, delivering high-energy arrangements, classic swing, and contemporary takes on big-band repertoire. The discography as a leader showcases a trajectory from Live N’ Bernin’ (2016) to Bern Bern Bern (2018), The Pugilist (2021), and the 2025 all-analog release Number One Son with The BBB. Follow Bernie’s official channels for the latest updates, tour announcements, studio projects, and new releases. Social links and official site for The BBB and Bernie Dresel provide direct access to shows, music, and merchandise, with new content regularly updated on Bandcamp and artist pages.