Dispersed throughout the eclectic sets at the 2nd Annual Bonnaroo Music Festival held in Manchester, Tennessee, many artists attended intimate press conferences in order to answer media questions, express their various thoughts on the event, and offer general comments about the industry and specifically the ever-changing improvisational scene. There were many poignant moments, and equally as many humorous ones. Here is a collection of some of our favorites.
Although nationally regarded for his keyboard work in the Trey Anastasio Band, Ray Paczkowski’s jazz trio Vorcza has recently released their debut release – Maximalist. Solidified in a traditional jazz foundation, the three members capture the music of the precise moment through rhythmic and harmonic explorations that involve shake your ass funk, mellow jazz and progressive instrumental improvisations.
Like a virgin, my man got me all liquored up at a local watering hole just after work so I would be primed for the event.
The Gorge is going to be Nos. 52 and 53. The more daunting statistic: this run will be my first Phish shows without my longtime touring companion and mentor now simply known as “the ex.”
You either love Phish or you don’t. I have never seen Phish, or Trey, or any other solo project from the group, so there is no way I can be considered a fan of the band. However, my fianc
In a musical landscape filled with stoic performers, Jennifer Hartswick of the Trey Anastasio Band brings forth a commanding display of charisma and color to the stage, which has truly brightened the live concert experience. Now with TAB on hold, Jen is busy finishing a new album, and simply thrilled to have the unique opportunity of sharing her love of musical expression with others.