BRIAN FRIEDLAND  •  Pianist  Composer  Improviser  Curator  Educator
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MAN ON LAND

For 2025-2026, Man on Land is booking special performances of the trio with saxophonist Lihi Haruvi.
EPK for Man On Land + Lihi Haruvi >

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“Not only individual virtuosity but a kind of group composure that comes from deference to form, narrative, and a warm ensemble sound.”
            – Jon Garelick, Arts Fuse


"Engaging originals plus inventive takes."
​            – Kevin Lowenthal, Boston Globe


Man On Land is a collectively led trio: pianist Brian Friedland, bassist Greg Loughman, and drummer Austin McMahon.

The band name is formed from the end of each band member’s name, reflecting this group's true collaboration. Each member brings their full creativity to the music, and all contribute compositions and arrangements to create a whole greater than the sum of its parts.
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Man On Land first performed in 2009 at Taylor House in Jamaica Plain, playing original music by all three members. Through a decade of performing each other’s music, their connection has deepened. Their original music emphasizes melody, narrative, atmosphere, and interaction, blending together their distinct compositional voices in a beautiful groove. The versatility and imagination of their live performances have created a loyal following in the Boston area.


Albums (See my Store >)
  • • Echo the Hills (2025)
  • • Songs of Hope (2021)
  • • Man on Land (2018)​


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