Jimmy Herring Band Spring Tour
April 24, 2009 – May 10, 2009
For the first time ever, legendary guitarist Jimmy Herring is hitting the road under his own name, with a hand-picked ensemble of all-star musicians in support. Pioneering a daring hybrid which crosses rock energy with the sophistication and improvisational fire of jazz, Herring’s dynamic, exploratory guitar playing has been a key component of such renowned groups as the Aquarium Rescue Unit, Jazz is Dead, Project Z, and, most recently, Widespread Panic – with whom Herring plays lead guitar to this day. Much esteemed by his fellow musicians, Herring has also been called upon for stints with Phil Lesh and Friends, the Allman Brothers, and the Dead.
2009 marks the formation of the Jimmy Herring Band, featuring Herring on guitar, drummer extraordinaire Jeff Sipe (Aquarium Rescue Unit, Jazz is Dead, Shawn Lane), prolific jazz maverick Greg Osby on saxophone, multifaceted keyboardist Scott Kinsey (Tribal Tech), and musical chameleon Oteil Burbridge (spring tour only) on bass (Allman Brothers, Aquarium Rescue Unit).
The Summer Tour will feature world renowned bassist Matthew Garrison (John McLaughlin, Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny).
The Jimmy Herring Band will be performing a wide range of material, including compositions from Herring’s long-awaited and much-acclaimed 2008 solo debut “Lifeboat.” In addition, there will be some cover tunes from various influential records from the 60’s and 70’s– and select favorites from the catalogues of the individual band members. Herring is understandably excited about the prospect of performing this music with this lineup over an extended period of time. “It’s a shot of adrenaline to get to play with musicians who are pushing the envelope and breaking down the walls that exist between genres of music. Each of these musicians inspires with every note they play.”
“Lifeboat” is the debut solo album from Jimmy Herring released on Abstract Logix Music.
Hey Jeff, Check out my page when you get a chance! I was right in front of you in the ATL. at The Verity PlayHouse got you on vedio playing some Project Z!
Hi Jeff - Sorry I missed your show at the Handlebar in Greenville on 4/24. I wanted to check it out but was out of town. I hope the tour's going well. Hopefully I'll be able to take more lessons this year. Take care!
Thanks so much for the friendship! Please visit my site and check out all the photos, videos and text information! There is a blog message to all local musicians I want you to read!
Amazing just amazing! Is the only words to express the show in Macon, Ga. True Masters of the Arts! I truly enjoyed " Rainbow " and Jeff your passion to the music is no less than inspiring! You make me want to pull out all those metrome studies from back in the Day! Still got the Book!
Happy belated 420 from the drummer of The Schwag and www.messyjiverson.com. Your a fucking MASTER. No Bating included. Holler when u come through St. Louis. I need a lesson and each show you do is a clinic! Peace
THANKS SO MUCH FOR BECOMING A FRIEND!!! PLEASE CHECK OUT MY PERSONAL "MY SPACE"!
THANKS AGAIN!
Chuck Belloise
thetampabassman@live.com
www.myspace.com/chuckbelloise
We’re very excited to tell you that soon you can see ‘When I Find the Ocean’ on the big screen!
Starting on May 11, 2009, Carmike Cinemas will be showing ‘When I Find the Ocean’ on over 90 screens nationwide. Check out our blog to see exactly where and to find out more info.
LOYAL EARTH MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL : APR 16 thru APR 20 - Old Rock House, Downtown St. Louis : Visit Loyalearth.com for tickets, full lineup, and more info!
excellent jams at Keel last weekend! :) then again, when you are on stage, it usually is! awesome job last time at 5spot too! the jazzjam dancer, Melissajo~
Hello! Wanted to let you know that I recently finished a jazz record of standards with Kate Ceberano, and we've set up a Myspace page for the album. The record features Peter Erskine, Alan Pasqua, and Tom Warrington. I think you'll like it! Head on over to www.myspace.com/bittersweetalbum to check out a pre-release track...Thank you! p.s. first 100 pre-orders of the album get a signed copy! www.bittersweetthealbum.com
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