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the Chad Fisher Group
Jazz / Country / Soul

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BIRMINGHAM, Alabama
United States

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   the Chad Fisher Group: General Info
Member Since10/2/2005
Band Websitewww.chadfishergroup.com
Band MembersThe CFG:

Chad Fisher on trombone, vocals
Omari Thomas on trumpet and sax
Gary Wheat on saxophones
Steve Lewis on guitars and vocals
Matthew Devine ..boards, vocals, and samples
Abe Becker on bass
Michael Glaser on drums, vocals
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InfluencesMedeski Martin and Wood
Hank Williams
Bob Marley
Charles Mingus
Duke Ellington
The Meters
James Brown
Merle Haggard
Booker T and The MGs
Otis Redding
Fred Wesley
J.J. Johnson
Miles Davis
Horace Silver
Ennio Morricone
Pink Floyd
Chris Whitley
Bill Frisell
Dwight Yoakam
The Allman Brothers Band
Skynyrd
Fela Kuti
Debussy
Bartok
lots of television and film music
this list could go on and on.....
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 20 2009 8:00P
Chad Fisher performing with The Temptations @ Victoryland Shorter, Alabama
Nov 28 2009 10:00P
FisherGreen @ The Nick w/Through the Sparks Birmingham, Alabama

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   About the Chad Fisher Group
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Chances are, audiences have seen the seven young men who comprise The Chad Fisher Group without even realizing it. From Chad Fisher and Gary Wheat backing The Temptations at Radio City Music Hall, to guitarist Steve Lewis' recent appearance on Late Night with Conan O'Brien, to jamming alongside Wynton Marsalis at a small club in their native city, the various members of the CFG are perpetually in the spotlight and are likely to turn up in any musical context, no matter the genre. This is why it is truly an event when these musicians share the stage together as The Chad Fisher Group.

Fisher, an established freelance trombonist, began the group as a straight-ahead jazz project but it quickly evolved into a unique musical experience, combining pure improvisation with original compositions and arrangements guaranteed to move the feet as well as the soul. On any given night, the band may be found swinging through a jazz standard, or rolling through a reggae tune with horns sounding reminiscent of Ellington and Mingus, or vocals and a steel guitar conjuring up classic country. On the same set they may ride a groove in the spirit of bands like Medeski, Martin, and Wood or even the afro-beat of Fela Kuti. The only thing one can truly expect at a Chad Fisher Group show is the unexpected.

The band was recently awarded The BAMA award for "Best Jazz." In November of 2004 the CFG released its first album, the Chad Fisher Group, to much critical acclaim. The band recently released its second full-length album, Dog Parade. With two records under its belt and a third coming in 2008, the Chad Fisher Group stands ready to hit the road and bring it to the ears of the masses.

Fisher has gained quite a reputation, touring often with classic bands like The Temptations, The O'Jays, The Four Tops, and American Ruben Studdard. He has also performed or recorded with artists like Gregg Allman, Rolling Stones keyboardist Chuck Leavell, Jason Isbell, Bonnie Bramblett, Frankie Valli, Wayne Newton, producer Peter Wolf, Mary Wilson of The Supremes, Bob Mintzer, Lew Soloff, Lou Marini, Wycliffe Gordon, The Bjorkestra, and a long list of others. In addition, his unending need to jam has found him on stage with the likes of Wynton Marsalis and personal hero, trombonist Fred Wesley.

In the summer of 2004, Fisher found himself playing a record seven performances on five stages during Birmingham's City Stages Weekend. When he's not traveling, Chad can be found with a number local and regional bands, ranging from soul to indie rock. His love of music has lead him ultimately to found the CFG to bring a whole new voice to the scene.

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Chiefgutta

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Nov 6 2009 9:11 PM



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Psychedelic Central Online Music Magazine

Psychedelic Central Online Music Magazine



Nov 6 2009 9:11 PM

Hello, thank you for the friendship, it is my pleasure to welcome you! Have a great week!
Jan :)
Aerias

Aerias



Nov 6 2009 9:10 PM

Thanks for being a Friend!!  Please stop by leave a comment and let us know what YOU think of our music. Your opinion is very important to us!  We just added new mixes of our 5 song EP from our Producer, Brett Hestla (Creed, Framing Hanley, Tantric, Dark New Day) we released all 5 songs on myspace. Plus 4 new songs that were recorded live in Tree Sound Studio this past weekend, including our song dedicated to the military called, "Remember the Fallen" let us know what you think. Have a GREAT week/weekend!

-Aerias (prepare to be surprised rock to ballads)
Heavy Young Heathens

Heavy Young Heathens



Oct 30 2009 11:39 PM

Thank you for adding us. How did you like our music? Cheers,
-Heavy Young Heathens
Faith Amplified

Faith Amplified



Oct 30 2009 11:39 PM

Huge Halloween Party!!! Gable Square Saloon. 8pm Sat. night. Tons of people, giveaways and prizes, and four amazing bands to include White Trash and the Catholics, Jefferson Flux, Voices in the Trees, and headliner Beyond Me!!! Come join the swarm of people and dress your best! Only $5 at the door, the cheapest in Birmingham.
Mustangpatty--Moonlight/Three Rivers Rules!!

Mustangpatty--Moonlight/Three Rivers Rules!!



Oct 30 2009 1:10 PM

Hey Chad,
Have a great Halloween show tomorrow night. Wish I could be there.
THE CFG ROCKS!!
Hugs,
Patty

Cararay ! Happy Halloween !!
imikimi - Customize Your World!


BIGSAT Aka Alabama Power

BIGSAT Aka Alabama Power



Oct 26 2009 12:01 AM

Mustangpatty--Moonlight/Three Rivers Rules!!

Mustangpatty--Moonlight/Three Rivers Rules!!



Oct 26 2009 12:01 AM

Hey Chad,
Just stopping by to say Hi. It's not the same here without you and the band here. I wish I could be there in B'ham and go to your annual Halloween show at Marty's I'ms soooo sad. Take care and hopefully see you in the near future. Looking forward to your new CD soon.
Hugs,
Patty
Maury

Maury



Oct 26 2009 12:01 AM

Trick or Treat! Hope you're doing well.
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Oct 11 2009 5:52 PM

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SLAMABAMA

SLAMABAMA



Sep 30 2009 12:34 AM

SLAMABAMA is coming to BIRMINGHAM!!


LIVE AT WORKPLAY November 13th, 2009!!


Special Guests Birmingham's own "Trainwreck"!


ALSO, SLAMABAMA's J and Rosanna will be getting married AT THE SHOW!!


Come see it all!! Tix available at www.workplay.com!!

Lena

Lena Song



Sep 23 2009 5:44 PM

Loving the music! I really like the style. <3
Andrew McAuley aka Kind Beats

Andrew McAuley aka Kind Beats



Sep 23 2009 5:44 PM

I'm proud to give you "Heavy In The Beats Vol. 1 - A Different Drum", the first installment in my FREE mixtape series dedicated to drums and percussion.  "Volume 1" focuses on the avant garde side of the instrument, and features pieces from Billy Martin (of Medeski Martin & Wood), myself, and others!
          
(YOU HAVE TO COPY AND PASTE THE LINK on myspace for some reason)
TtownTV

TtownTV TtownTV



Sep 23 2009 5:43 PM

getting closer --- RTR baby!!!!
Mustangpatty--Moonlight/Three Rivers Rules!!

Mustangpatty--Moonlight/Three Rivers Rules!!



Sep 23 2009 2:22 PM

Chad,
Love the new tunes on your page..I've missed your shows.
Hugs,
Patty
Lena

Lena Song



Aug 15 2009 3:22 AM

just droping by to show some luv <3<3
ORGONE

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Aug 10 2009 11:17 PM

CFG, Good looking out. Thanks for the add. New websites & shows up. Orgone
Dick Aven

Dick Aven



Aug 10 2009 11:14 PM

Really enjoying the new live tunes!! TIGHT.
Lauderdale

Lauderdale



Jul 22 2009 1:31 PM

july 31
Embracing Angel

Embracing Angel



Jul 20 2009 11:34 PM

Hi!  Thank you so much for your friendship.  I hope you're enjoying your morning.  Have a beautiful day! Embracing Angel :)
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Old Town Tavern



Jun 3 2009 6:08 AM

$2 Tall Boy 16oz beers all nite

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John Paul Keith & The One Four Fives



May 29 2009 2:06 AM

Come join us FRIDAY MAY 29 @ Bottle Tree with Vulture Whale!

Sons of Roswell

Sons of Roswell



May 20 2009 9:35 PM

Sons of Roswell
@ the Speakeasy
Friday, May 22
Starts @ 9 o'clock

Mustangpatty--Moonlight/Three Rivers Rules!!

Mustangpatty--Moonlight/Three Rivers Rules!!



May 18 2009 5:13 AM

Hey Chad,
It's been awhile my friend since I left you a comment. Hope you're doing good. I've missed your shows. I hope to make it to one very soon. Take care..
Hugs,
Patty :)
ROSKO

Chris Rosko



May 4 2009 2:53 PM

You're pretty cool, for a tall-y.
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