Umphrey’s McGee
UM has built a rabid fanbase through endless touring, putting them on the road 120+ nights a year. Their constantly evolving sound channels a wide spectrum of influences while still preserving their distinct voice through crafty songwriting. With a massive repertoire of originals and note-perfect covers, their live shows are like flipping through the presets on your ra…MoreConspirator
2011 has been a seminal year for Conspirator. Formed in 2004 by Aron Magner and MarcBrownstein (The Disco Biscuits’ keyboardist and bass player) along with New York producer DJOmen, Conspirator has taken on many forms through the years. With the recent addition ofvirtuoso guitarist Chris Michetti and stalwart drummers Darren Shearer (the New Deal) andMike Greenfield (…More
7 Walkers
Bill Kreutzmann can barely contain his enthusiasm for 7 Walkers, the former Grateful Dead drummer’s new band with guitarist/vocalist Papa Mali, legendary New Orleans bassist George Porter Jr., and multi-instrumentalist Matt Hubbard. “I can’t believe how much fun I’m having playing with these guys!” says Kreutzmann, who never missed a gig in the Dead’s 30 years together. “We’…MoreDumpstaphunk
Formed in 2003, Dumpstaphunk was initially assembled by keyboardist Ivan Neville on a whim to perform a solo slot at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Ivan immediately selected the unique double-bass attack of both Nick Daniels and Tony Hall on bass, handpicked rock solid local legend Raymond Weber to man the skins, and enlisted his own bloodlines for the scorching guit…MoreJGB with Melvin Seals
Melvin Seals has been a powerful presence in the music industry for over 30 years with a long-established reputation as a performer, recording artist and producer. Melvin is most revered for his powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ, and keyboards in the Jerry Garcia Band. Melvin spun his B-3 magic with the Jerry Garcia Band for 18 years and in doing so helped pioneer…MorePerpetual Groove
Rising out of the low country of Savannah, GA in 2001, Perpetual Groove has grown quickly into a formidable internationally touring organization. Now based in Athens, GA, the band continues to ride an unending wave of momentum buoyed by an enthusiastic fan base and international critical acclaim. Fans of Perpetual Groove (or PGroove, as the fans like to call them) are known to fol…MoreBoomBox
BoomBox is Producer/Engineer/DJ/Drummer Russ Randolph and Producer/DJ/Vocalist/Guitarist Zion Rock Godchaux. This pair of dynamic artists uses their
rich musical history and their vision of music and popular culture to deliver a style of
music distinctly different from anything heard or seen in music today. This signature
sound and show brings live music to a new, elevated…More
John Brown’s Body
In 2006, John Brown’s Body found itself at a crossroads, when the death of bassist Scott Palmer broke the band’s heart. After the tragedy, several longtime members left the group. But, a strange thing happened to the band staring at its own mortality: somehow, JBB emerged transformed and inspired.
A vital, creative energy sprang from the band’s new dynamic and new members.…MoreParticle
Since forming in the fall of 2000, Particle has enjoyed a successful ride that has taken them to eight countries for over 850 shows including Europe and Japan. After a whimsical San Francisco boat cruise, a musical bond was surged that was would take core Particle members Eric Gould, Steve Molitz, and Darren Pujalet on a sonic adventure that’s strong to this day.
Particle forged the…MoreBig Sam’s Funky Nation
Big Sam’s Funky Nation has long since established their presence on the forefront of the New Orleans music scene. Trombone powerhouse and band leader “Big Sam” Williams, formerly of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, has been celebrated as “the top man on the slide trombone in the birthplace of jazz” by the San Francisco Chronicle and the band has been touted for consistently “bringing a s…MoreZach Deputy
There is nothing out there like Zach Deputy. Truly a one-man band, he is a powerhouse of performance, technical chops, and one hell of a charismatic presence. Put simply, Zach Deputy does what is called live looping: layering sounds through the magic of technology to create a full band effect. He isn’t the only performer out there doing this, but he has taken the technique to the next…MoreThe Pimps of Joytime
If you have yet to encounter the Brooklyn-based band, The Pimps of Joytime, prepare to take a funky ride! The PJT’s live events and recordings have captivated fans all across the country, as they have begun writing their own success story, show by show, and track by track.
Bandleader Brian J is a charismatic and soulful visionary, whose well-crafted songs invite the listener to ent…MoreGiant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad
Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad is relentless reggae sound. Roots reggae and experimental dub.
GPGDS has played 500 shows in the past three years, touring relentlessly and developing a widespread grassroots following. The group has performed at premier venues and festivals across the U.S. including Red Rocks and Rothbury.
Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad has shared the stage wit…MoreBreak Science
What separates Break Science from the other bands in 2011′s burgeoning electronic scene? Try over 30 years combined experience in music, performing with and producing many of today’s hottest artists and living legends. Adam Deitch and Borahm Lee have worked with premier artists- everyone from Wyclef Jean and the Fugees, Raekwon and GZA of the Wu Tang Clan, to regg…MoreThe Heavy Pets
The Heavy Pets are:
Jeff Lloyd: Lead Guitar, VocalsMike Garulli: Lead Guitar, Vocals
Jim Wuest: Keyboard, Vocals
Jamie Newitt: Drums
Justin Carney: Bass, Vocals The Heavy Pets are an American rock and roll band whose contagious vibe blends rhythm and blues, jazz-funk and reggae fusion with homegrown rock and roll. Called “a living, breathing, force of nature” by Dan Sweeny of Re…More
Headtronics
The Church of Universal Love and Music held their annual Funk festival over the summer and it featured some of the greatest funk musicians touring right now. This year, Freekbass met up with Steve Molitz, keyboardist for Particle, and turntablist, DJ Logic. Freekbass and Molitz joined DJ Logic during his set for a jam. The energy was so high and the vibes so good, the three decided th…MoreDJ Logic
“The theorem of turntablist as musician has been long proven in the capable hands of DJ LOGIC, whom with jazz as his foundation has become a wax innovator by crossing genres and sprinkling his sound across the map. As one of the world’s most accomplished turntablist’s, DJ LOGIC is widely credited for introducing jazz into the hip – hop realms and is considered by most as…MoreThe Original DJ Jazzy Jay
THE ORIGINAL JAZZY JAY began his illustrious career playing in the streets of the Bronx, under the guidance of Afrika Bambaataa. During the 80′s club revolution, Jazzy went from performing on the streets and in small clubs spinning records in NYC’s hottest clubs: Negril, The Roxy, The Ritz, and Danceteria. He was one of the first to bring Hip Hop music to the airwaves o…MoreSister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds
Sister Sparrow and The Dirty Birds is a nine piece powerhouse that delivers a blend of gut-busting soul, earthy rock, and New Orleans-inspired beats.
Frontwoman Arleigh Kincheloe’s powerful voice is ten times her size and mature beyond her 22 years, and she delivers her seductive lyrics with an electric stage presence. Sister Sparrow is backed by a heavyweight horn secti…MoreRoots of Creation
Bolstered by a sense of it’s own colorful history and urged onward by the promise of a fruitful future, Roots of Creation approaches it’s 6th year of full-time touring having evolved into a musical force of nature. With a hard-working ethic and an arsenal of upbeat, substantial songs, Roots of Creation have ascended to the top of their profession by putting their fans…MoreNutritious
Nutritious was born into soul and disco, raised on house and techno, and has a knack for combining these things. As a well traveled DJ/Producer and jazz drummer, his diverse DJ style boasts fresh picked flavors from music around the globe. He’s steady rockin dancefloors at the world’s finest parties – blending his organic musical roots with modern electric vi…MoreWyllys & The New York Hustler Ensemble
Wyllys and The New York Hustler Ensemble consists of Jennifer Hartswick and Natalie Cressman (Trey Anastasio Band) Zac Lasher (UMelt, Brooklyn Sound Labs) , and Wyllys on the 1′s and 2′s. Rooted in Nu Disco and House, this band weaves together grooves and textures with Wyllys conducting the beats. Half scripted, half improv, and all CRUSH, The New York Hustler Ensem…MoreKRAZ (Eric Krasno DJ Set)
KRAZ steps into the mixtape game to present “The Funky President” where he mixes and remixes everything from James Brown (title track) and rare soul cuts to Jay Z and The Black Keys while throwing in exclusive original tracks from Fyre Dept and Lettuce to create an ultra funky soundtrack.
Founding member and guitarist of beloved bands Soulive and Lettuce, Eric Krasno…MoreJimkata
Jimkata is a four piece electro-rock band based out of Ithaca, New York. Known for combining raw guitar power with industrial blasts of synthesizers and drum machines, Jimkata is an example of the modern lengths that a quartet can reach without leaving their rock roots. Described as “one of the best up and coming bands” by jambase.com members Evan Friedell (guitar/v…MoreDopapod
Thumping up from basement parties in Boston, to bumping the sounds systems of major venues all across the east coast, Dopapod has been steadily growing as a musical tour-de-force for 3 years. Dopapod’s debut album, “Radar” has received critical acclaim from national publications such as Performer Magazine, calling Dopapod’s members “incredibly talented musicians”, and tha…MoreZoogma
Zoogma combines the sonic diversity and precision of a DJ with the excitement and immediacy of a five piece rock group. Known for their energetic performances and retina pleasing light show, the band consistently dishes out heavy-weight beat-driven dance parties across the nation. Sets are kinetic, combining live improvisation with carefully crafted beats and melodi…MoreYarn
Brooklyn might seem an odd place of origin for a country band. The perennial home of cold concrete, hipsters and industrial ruins has been most famous for its indie rock scene over the past decade. But to Blake Christiana, frontman and songwriter for Brooklyn-based Americana/Alt-Country band Yarn, it’s the place that offered not only solace from his Schenectady, NY upbringing a…MoreOn The Spot Trio
On The Spot is exactly where these three musicians stand when they settle into a heavy funk-laden groove. Formed in July 2006, O.T.S. Trio mixes classic funky soul jazz stylings with modern jazz improvisational chops to create a psychedelic dance party for the ages. Guitarist Danny Mayer and drummer Emery Nelson were introduced through mutual musician friends, and immed…MoreCabinet
Combining a penchant for bluegrass-inflected instrumentation and a knack for extending selections into crowd-pleasing jams, Ropeadope Records band Cabinet’s name continues to reach more and more listeners. Performing at clubs, theaters and festivals, the sextet — J.P. Biondo (mandolin, vocals), Pappy Biondo (banjo, vocals), Mickey Coviello (acoustic guitar, vocals),…MoreDriftwood
In a post-modern world of skyscrapers and handheld computers, Driftwood looks beneath the concrete and circuitry to find their sound. Using acoustic instruments, a scrap wood kick box, clapping hands and stomping feet, Driftwood breaks down barriers between old and young, rockers and folkies alike.
Hailing from the post industrial town of Binghamton, NY, Driftwood is one of t…MoreFiKus
A five-piece band from Northern New Jersey, FiKus combines many different styles of music and a wide range of influences to form what has been referred to as a sort of “electro-funkadelic hip-rock”. Without a definitive genre to call home, these adjectives are rooted in the different elements of what creates the sounds of FiKus; “electro” referring to the synthesizers, electro…MoreDan Collins
Dan Collins has been a part of Philadelphia’s alternative folk scene since 2005. His debut album, “You Can’t Go Home”, was released independently in October, 2010.
Dan has been featured on Gene Shay’s folk show on WXPN, on Radio Volta and UPENN Radio WQHS. He regularly performs at Philadelphia’s finest venues, including the World Cafe, The Tin Angel, the Khyber, Tri…MoreShwizz
Hailing from Rockland County, NY, Shwizz is the brainchild of Frank Coda, Ryan “Shwizz” Liatsis, and Gershon Rosen. Formed in the summer of 2008, the band first joined forces when these three met at a jam session, where sparks flew to say the least. The first six tunes were formed during that one session and it was all too clear that something special had begun. Since the…MoreFundimensionals
Fundimensionals’ unique sound lies in their mastery of blending traditional jam band styles, (rock, funk, bluegrass, jazz and latin) with non-traditional elements, (electronica and progressive). Fundimensionals is a collective expression of each member’s unique craft. These boys from Westchester County, NY take the Jam Band genre to the next level. Their cu…More
