The Neighbors

Meeting each other in the parking lot of their shared apartment complex, Tim approached Brandon and his mother to offer assistance unloading a couch from his pickup tuck. After talking for a while about music, they decided it would be fun to get together and play. There was no excuse because they could see each others back porch from the others. They both had their skepticisms about the others musical talent because there are a lot of fellas that say they can "play" the guitar but really cant "play" guitar. After sitting down for the first 10 mins they had an instant chemistry. With beautiful harmonies filling in the gaps of sexy lead guitar and powerful rhythm, they decided to play their first show naming themselves "The Neighbors".

The parking lot meeting was the spark, but Tim’s living room became the sanctuary. For years, the house had been a tomb for the memory of his brother Ben Trussell, the guitar prodigy who died just as the world began to listen. Tim hadn’t touched a fretboard since the funeral, and Brandon had never played a note in front of a soul. But that night, the silence finally broke. Tim walked to the corner and unearthed the weathered case he hadn't opened in a decade. With a steady breath, he finally picked up Ben’s old guitar. Brandon reached for his own, his hands shaking as he plugged into the amp. As Tim’s fingers touched his brother’s strings, he felt the weight of a legend. When he struck the first chord, the wood vibrated with a ghost’s resonance. Brandon met him with a raw, unpolished harmony, and the two guitars locked in—a conversation between a brother who had finally found his way back and a friend finding his voice for the first time.

In that living room, "The Neighbors" were born. Brandon found his courage, and Tim found an exorcism through his brother’s instrument. They looked at each other as the final chord echoed off the walls, the fear finally replaced by a shared, electric resolve. It was time. They decided to strap up their boots and take the music where it belonged: the stage at White House Pizza.

Acoustic duo bringing authentic country-rock energy to Carbondale and the Roaring Fork Valley. Specializing in high-energy covers—from classic rock anthems to modern country hits—we provide the perfect soundtrack for private parties, backyard BBQs, and corporate events.
While we love playing the favorites everyone knows, we also weave in original songs inspired by the Colorado mountains. Whether you need a mellow acoustic backdrop or a lively performance to get guests on their feet, we bring professional sound and a genuine local feel to every show. Now booking for the upcoming season—let's make your next event unforgettable!