Musical Director For Rihanna
“As the musical director for her shows, I was lucky to be part of a team that was constantly challenged to create edgy performances for Ri. This particular piece, a Banquet food fight!
Working with Eminem and Rihanna for their performance at the VMA’s was definitely one of the highlights in my career. “
In the studio with Alexa Ray Joel
Tony Bruno on WDST, Radio Woodstock.
For Father’s Day I was given the gift of music. A guest DJ spot on my favorite station, WDST (Radio Woodstock, 100.1). I decided to chronologically play the songs that were relevant in my life and career. Check out the link. Thank you Hendrix for the best gift.
Sunday, 09/17/2023
Colin Smith - Just released:
The Candles EP
‘Working with Colin is much like painting with Rembrandt’s brush.” Tony Bruno
Rock Me Amadeus on stage for the 1st time! Amazing showcase in a Broadway theatre! Click below to read NY1’s review of the live show.
⚡ "Black Hole Soleil" is out now! 🌞
Rock Me Amadeus Live presents:
An exciting and poignant mashup of Charles Gounod's famous tenor aria, "Ah! leve toi soleil" from Romeo et Juliette, Soundgarden's "Black Hole Sun" and Eurythmics' "Here Comes the Rain Again."
Three iconic songs from three musical genres. "Black Hole Soleil" was shot in NYC, LA and Nashville and explores the themes of finding light in darkness, the sun after the rain, hope after despair.
Featured singers: Victor Ryan Robertson (tenor), Alyson Cambridge (soprano), Tony Vincent, Toby Rand, Chloe Lowery, Kia Warren.
Guitar and musical arrangement: Tony Bruno
Director: Matthew Stiller.
Editor: Simon K. Wheeldon
Videographers: Pierre Tsigaridis (LA), Misfit Studios (Nashville), Anthony Jure and Matthew Stiller (NYC)
Producers: Alyson Cambridge and Tony Bruno
Love Hurts Uninvited
Rock Me Amadeus video released!
As in Romeo and Juliet, there’s always more to love than the attraction. It’s complicated, frustrating and painful at times. Some romances endure while others don’t. "Love Hurts Uninvited": our special mashup of the Romeo and Juliet theme (Tchaikovsky), "Love Hurts" (Nazareth), and "Uninvited" (Alanis Morissette) was born out of that feeling which we have all experienced at one time or another, presented in a neo noir music video aesthetic.
Director: Matthew Stiller, Editor: Simon Wheeldon, Videographers: Tyler Ribble, Pierre Tsigaridis, Vocals: Dee Snider, Kia Warren, Chloe Lowery, Featured Instrumentalists: Tony Bruno, Mairead Nesbitt, Musical Arrangement: Tony Bruno, Producers: Alyson Cambridge, Tony Bruno
Alexa Ray Joel - SEVEN YEARS
song produced by TONY BRUNO and TOMMY BYRNES
Daylight In Your Eyes - No Angels
Germany’s mega pop hit in 2001 is being re-released after 20 years. No Angels are reunited and just released a new version of Daylight In Your Eyes. Fingers crossed it goes platinum again!
Written by Tony Bruno & Tommy Byrnes
Hits! The Musical
National Tour In The Making
Musical Composer: Tony BRUNO
“I got a call from Director Cynthia Nekvasil to arrange and record music for a show called Hits! The Musical. I must admit i was a bit apprehensive at first but curiosity made me dig deeper. It was the right decision. First off, I get to record and arrange Medleys comprised of 5 decades of iconic songs that I grew up with. How fun is that? But more important, working with these kids was the most fulfilling experience I have had in a long time. The tour starts March 2023 and I have already watched these kids grow as performers and as young adults. I truly believe this show will eventually land on Broadway and that I am working with potential superstars of tomorrow.” Tony BRUNO
The proceeds from this Bad Penny song ‘Army Of One” (incredible lead vocal by Dee Snider, produced by Tony Bruno goes to Ukraine Relief Organizations. Spread the word.
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Great working with metal legend Rob Halford (Judas Priest) & Militia Vox on Push Comes To Shove!
Guest vocalist Rob Halford of Judas Priest calls this symphonic metal epic—which debuted at #23 on Apple’s Metal charts— "dark, mysterious, and sexy." Along with 4-octave powerhouse Militia Vox, Halford fronts Bad Penny, a collective featuring former Queen bassist Danny Miranda, Blue Oyster Cult drummer Jules Radino and guitarist/songwriter Mike Holtzman on what ROCKFIEND Magazine calls a "masterpiece" of modern metal. Produced by Tony Bruno (Joan Jett, Rock Me Amadeus, Danger! Danger!). Video Directed by Dave Doobinin.
ROCK ME AMADEUS
Rock Me Amadeus is a new show currently slated to open in Summer 2021 (dates and venues TBD). Co-created and produced by Alyson Cambridge and Tony Bruno, the show combines classical music, opera and classic rock and pop songs performed by some of the top musicians in the industry.
Click the logo to read the article in Broadway World announcing the debut video of RCOK ME AMADEUS!
MUSIC DURING COVID
“Despite Covid, we can still make music together! From all over the world, some of my favorite and most talented musician friends and I created this beautiful video to get through the hard times with some beautiful music. Where Do The Children Play? by Cat Stevens.”
Music for TV & Film
“Somewhere in the journey I realized I had the skill set to write for TV and Film. Credits include Forged in Fire, Tanked, Alaskan Bush People, to name a few. Currently working on a new Sci-Fi for Amazon based on the Characters and songs of Billy Joel. Below is one of my favorites, the theme song for Nickelodeons’ #1 show, The Loud House. That’s actually ME singing!!!”
Tony Bruno
STORIES
Not only is Tony a world class guitar player but also storyteller extraordinaire
Masterclass with Musical Director/Guitarist Tony Bruno
Learn from the top of the top of the music business. As Musical Director for Rihanna , Enrique Iglesias, Joan Jett, Nena and many more, Tony had to hire many musicians. Click on the photo to hear his tips on how prepare for an audition, get the gig and most important, keep the gig. More masterclasses with Tony are in the making.
Tony Bruno - Blackheart Days
The great Joan Jett & the Blackhearts perform the classic song Love is All Around (Mary Tyler Moore Theme). There are many stories for Tony’s time as a Blackheart and kick ass guitar player in Joan Jett’s band! Tony also produced and arranged this MTM song for the Dave Letterman show.