The KHIGH Rising Star Showcase
Ryan Montano
with Juan Lee Reed & Nofrendo

If you take the sensual and haunting trumpet playing of Miles Davis and couple it with the brooding good looks of James Dean and the singer-songwriter musical stylings of James Taylor, this is what you get: Ryan Montano. A professional trumpeter, model, actor, arranger and songwriter, this attractive and charming Latino was discovered by a film and talent agent while playing a blues gig in his hometown of Albuquerque, New Mexico. From that point, he was able to break in to the film and modeling world and has become an accomplished print, fashion and runway model. He is also a member of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) having appeared in numerous commercials and Hollywood movies. What truly makes Montano exceptional is his evocative trumpet playing paired with his unique, one-artist-genre of soulful and romantic song-writing. This rare combination is what makes this artist, simply put: Brilliant.