Lamar Williams Jr., hailing from Macon, Georgia, is the son of Allman Brothers Band bassist Lamar Williams. Renowned for his soulful vocals, he masterfully blends blues, funk, and rock. Williams Jr. has collaborated with The New Mastersounds and North Mississippi Allstars, appearing on the Grammy-nominated album "Set Sail". He also performs with Trouble No More and has released the single "The Way We Rise."
Oteil Burbridge is a bass guitarist and founding member of Aquarium Rescue Unit. In 1997, he joined the Allman Brothers Band. He has collaborated with Gregg Allman, Trey Anastasio, and Victor Wooten, and released his debut solo album, Love of a Lifetime, in 2000.
Melvin Seals, born in San Francisco, California, is a revered keyboardist known for his soulful Hammond B-3 organ. He pioneered "Jam Band Music" during his 18-year tenure with the Jerry Garcia Band, earning the nickname "Master of the Universe." Seals blends rock, blues, gospel, and R&B, and has collaborated with artists like Chuck Berry and Phil Lesh. His solo album "Melting Pot" showcases his genre-blending style.
Bay Area guitarist Steve Kimock is known for his melodic jazz-rock style. Born in Lancaster, PA, he co-founded the instrumental band Zero in 1984 and played with post-Grateful Dead groups like the Other Ones and Phil Lesh and Friends.
Multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter Jason Crosby is a prolific session musician who has recorded with Bruce Springsteen, Eric Clapton, and Carlos Santana. After releasing early works like Out of the Box, the New York-born artist moved to California in 2013 and released his solo debut full-length, Cryptologic, via Blue Rose Music in 2017.
Tom Guarna is a Grammy-nominated jazz guitarist, composer, and arranger from Brooklyn, USA. His distinctive style blends jazz with funk, Latin, soul, pop, R&B, and world music, infused with classical influences. He is recognized for his unique guitar work and extensive collaborations with artists like Branford Marsalis, Randy Brecker, and Blood Sweat and Tears. His discography includes acclaimed albums such as "Reimagine" (2023), "Spirit Science" (2020), and "The Wishing Stones" (2017).
John Morgan Kimock, a drummer, composer, and producer from Sonoma County, California, and the Lehigh Valley, creates cinematic, psychedelic, and electronic music. He is known for diverse collaborations with Steve Kimock, Mike Gordon, and Oteil Burbridge. His albums include "Hikikomori," "Satellite City" with his father, and WCK's "Out of the Blue," showcasing his improvisational spontaneity.
Jennifer Hartswick, from Burlington, Vermont, is a dynamic trumpeter and vocalist. Known for her soulful blend of jazz, R&B, soul, and funk, she is an original member of the Trey Anastasio Band. Her album "Something in the Water" (2022) showcases her powerful voice and trumpet skills. She has collaborated with Christian McBride, Herbie Hancock, and Carlos Santana, celebrated for her engaging live performances.
Unlimited Devotion, conceived in Miami, is a celebrated Grateful Dead tribute band. Known for energized, adventuresome performances, they infuse jazz and funk into the Dead's extensive songbook. Recognized as a top jam band in Florida, they contributed their interpretation of "Half Step Mississippi Uptown Toodeloo" to the collaborative album "The Music Plays the Band." They have performed with notable artists like Oteil Burbridge.
Solo pianist Holly Bowling gained attention with Distillation Of A Dream: The Music Of Phish Reimagined For Solo Piano (2015). Her triple-LP Better Left Unsung reworks Grateful Dead moments and hit Billboard Top Classical Albums Top 25. Co-founded Ghost Light (2018).
John Kadlecik, born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is an American guitarist and singer-songwriter. He is recognized for his improvisational style within rock, jam, psychedelic, folk, jazz, and bluegrass music. Kadlecik co-founded Dark Star Orchestra and performed with Grateful Dead members Bob Weir and Phil Lesh in Furthur. He is well-known for emulating Jerry Garcia's guitar and vocal style. Kadlecik also leads The John Kadlecik Band and co-founded Golden Gate Wingmen, with original studio releases like "On the Road."