Heavy Metal Guitarist · Thoughtcrimes · Ancient Tongue

BRIAN
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Precision riffs. Ferocious leads. Tour-ready from day one.

Available for tours, fill-ins & sessions

About

Brian Sullivan is a NY-based guitarist. Born and raised in the melting pot, he’s mastered versatility. Growing up loving Pantera, NIN and the other classics, he hasn’t put the guitar down since his grandfather gave him his first one. He's a working heavy metal player built for big stages: he learns sets fast, plays tight to a click, and brings the same aggression every night.

Thoughtcrimes

2019 Debut EP Tap Night
2021 "Misery's A Muse" released
Aug 26, 2022 Debut album Altered Pasts (11 songs, recorded by Mike Watts at VuDu Studios)
Feb 2026 New single "The Violent Garden"; European tour supporting Igorrr & DVNE (20 dates)
Oct 13, 2026 Saint Vitus, Brooklyn, with The Dillinger Escape Plan & Bore

Spotify Instagram Merch

Video Reel

Live at Saint Vitus

Live at Saint Vitus · THOUGHTCRIMES, Live, FULL SET, September 23, 2023, Saint Vitus Bar

Official Music Videos

thoughtcrimes "Natural Imprudence" (Official Music Video)

thoughtcrimes "Panopticon" (Official Music Video)

thoughtcrimes "Misery's A Muse" (Official Music Video)

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Gallery

Brian headbanging on stage (black & white)

Brian under red stage light — Photo: Ash Settantuno / TrueMetal

Brian in a plaid shirt under red light

Brian with purple light trails

Brian in action on stage (black & white)

Brian at home with his black Les Paul — At home with the black Les Paul

Credits & Résumé

Bands

Thoughtcrimes, guitarist
Ancient Tongue, guitarist

Tours & Festivals

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Recordings

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Press & Endorsements

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Gear / Tour-Ready

Own Rig

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In-Ears

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Click & Tracks

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Logistics

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Contact & Booking

Tours, fill-ins, permanent positions and sessions.

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