A fusion of ancestral tribal music and Saharan Blues, Daraa Tribes comes from the oasis town of Tagounite in the Daraa River Valley of Morocco, with each member originating from a different tribe, bringing with them diverse music traditions to create an eclectic style only to be found in the oases of the North African Sahara. Releasing the album Igharman in 2018, and EPs Alwan (2017) and Zamane (2019), they has toured internationally across Europe, Africa, Russia, and Canada. The band is a Visa For Music laureate (2017), and has been featured on Radio France International and major Moroccan news outlets. Daraa Tribes’ second studio album is expected to come out in the fall of 2021.
Moroccan desert blues band Daraa Tribes releases their new EP Torat Vol. 1. It is the band’s third EP and third release with label Coral Riff Music.
‘Torat’ means ‘tradition’ in Moroccan Arabic and reflects the ancestral, traditional music that not only influenced this new release, but can be heard through traditional percussion and vocal styles in each song on the EP.
Songs like ‘Bshara’ and ‘Lghram’ come directly from traditional Hassania, Amazigh, and Daraoua ancestral customs found throughout southern Morocco and across North Africa.
This reflection and representation of traditional music is met with an eclectic modern blues/rock style apparent on each track. This is a continuation of Daraa Tribes efforts on each of the band’s previous releases to innovate upon ancestral cultural traditions, using them as a foundation for their creative process.
The band simultaneously released a lyric video for the song ‘Bshara’, translated into both Hassania Arabic and English. This song tells the story of the Aarib tribe, nomadic in origin, and their historical relationship with their surrounding environments. Major themes include a cultural, social, and economic importance placed upon camels, music customs performed by the tribal youth, and greeting other tribal members traveling from Afar. These themes are not just common among nomadic Hassania culture historically in North Africa, but are still very much part of modern cultural life in the Sahara desert of Morocco.
Tereza Rays | Voice & Guitar Collaborations: Kenney Jones (The Who), Paul Bond (War of the Worlds), Kirk Covington (Tribal Tech), Ivan Král (Patti Smith).
Robin Evans | Drums Collaborations: Neeve Zahra, Kyle Francis Falc, PROSE (UK).
Cayman | Electric Bass Collaborations: Electric Lady (studio & live), Thanks Jimi Festival, O2 Arena (opening for Rytmus).
Style
A power‑trio that welds Hendrix‑lit guitar language to a modern, hook‑forward rock chassis. The pocket is built on relentless, front‑of‑the‑beat drums and a gritty, growling low‑end. Swagger and catharsis: defiant anthems that move from tight riffs to widescreen choruses.
Overall profile
Founded by Czech guitarist‑vocalist‑composer Tereza Rays in 2013, Electric Lady condense a decade of road‑forged craft into a lean, high‑voltage trio. 2025 marks a sharp new chapter: the singles “I’m Done (I’ve Had Enough)” (2025‑06‑27), “One Way Ticket” (2025‑07‑25) and “I Must Let You Go” (2025‑09‑12) crystallise their signature blend of riff‑driven attack and melodic lift. Rolling Stone UK spotlighted the band on 2025‑07‑29, citing their arena‑tested presence (Global Rock Summit, Thanks Jimi Festival; opener at Prague’s O2 Arena for Rytmus) and collaborations with Kenney Jones and Paul Bond. On 2025‑09‑09 they delivered a Camden debut at The Black Heart, hailed by MetalTalk for sheer voltage. Stylistically: a Hendrix‑tinged timbre and blues‑rock vocabulary; groove engines that prize impact and clarity; interaction that leaves space for chorus‑scale hooks. In 2025 the line‑up features UK drummer Robin Evans and Prague bassist Cayman, whose driving pocket underlines Rays’ guitar‑vocal authority—an assertive, contemporary rock statement built for festival stages and late‑night radio.
Members — details & focus
Tereza Rays — voice, guitar (CZ) Timbre: bright, cutting upper mids with controlled grit; articulation from clipped funk to singing sustain. Technique/idiomatic: riff architecture, tight alternate‑picking and vibrato with Hendrix lineage. Harmonic language: blues‑rock/modal colour; melodic turns that favour anthemic lift. Rhythm/groove: assertive, tempo‑sure phrasing; lock‑step with kick. Influences/schools: Hendrix/Zeppelin lineage, modern alt‑rock staging. “Vocalist and guitarist Tereza Rays is a tour de force.”(Sara Harding, MetalTalk, 2025‑09‑11).
Robin Evans — drums (UK) Timbre/articulation: dry, forward snare; crisp hats; explosive but controlled crashes. Technique/idiomatic: punchy backbeat power with linear fills; pop‑aware dynamics. Role/interplay: drives front‑of‑the‑beat urgency; frames chorus lift. “…propelled by Robin Evans’ relentless drumming…”(Lock Editor, LOCK Magazine, 2025‑07‑07).
Cayman — electric bass (CZ) Timbre/articulation: gritty, mid‑forward growl with pick attack; anchors riffs in unison figures. Technique/idiomatic: rock pocket with funk‑leaning articulation; pedal‑tone drive. Role/interplay: glues guitar‑kick axis; counter‑riffs under vocal cadences. “…and Cayman’s grumbling bass lines.”(Lock Editor, LOCK Magazine, 2025‑07‑07).
Discography highlights
• I’m Done (I’ve Had Enough) — single, 2025‑06‑27. • One Way Ticket — single, 2025‑07‑25. • I Must Let You Go — single, 2025‑09‑12. • Electrical — album, 2015‑04‑01 (recording begun at Kirk Covington’s studio, Austin TX). • Wicked — EP, 2019.
Members Quotes
Tereza Rays
“Vocalist and guitarist Tereza Rays is a tour de force.” — Sara Harding, MetalTalk, 2025‑09‑11.
“A rousing rock energy dazzles… Tereza Rays’ vocals stir with a dynamic appeal.” — Mike Mineo, Obscure Sound, 2025‑08‑07.
“A middle finger in the air… a reminder of why rock and roll will never die.” — Natalie Patrick, EARMILK, 2025‑07‑11.
“With ‘I’m Done’, she doesn’t just perform the song—she lives it.” — Music‑News (Underground), 2025‑08‑08.
Robin Evans
“…propelled by Robin Evans’ relentless drumming…” — LOCK Magazine, 2025‑07‑07.
“Cayman on Bass and Robin Evans on Drums match Tereza’s energy and power.” — Mariam Atef, Rock Era Magazine, 2025‑07‑13.
Tereza Rays (ELECTRIC LADY) is a guitarist and singer who was born in the Czech Republic on February 6, 1987 in the Czech Republic. She is the exclusive author of her compositions, lyricist and music arranger, she participates in the current production with producer Roman Rossi – manager. She recorded her debut album in Texas in 2014. Tereza is currently a corporate player of Ibanez and Blackstar, in the past she represented Fender. She has collaborated with many Czech and foreign artists.
She started playing the guitar thanks to the music of Jimi Hendrix. Tereza was born in Kladno and at the age of 15 she started playing the guitar and singing, her parents didn’t support her music much. However, Tereza went her own way and after the founding of the band Electric Lady she recorded many musical successes not only at home, but also abroad. Even this year, 2022, we announced concerts around the world, not only in the USA, but also in Poland, England, Norway, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Tereza also performed at VIP private events in Russia, at the announcement of music awards “REALNA PREMIE”, etc.
The band was founded in 2013 with the emergence of the single “Storm”, which also reached the European MTV or Russian Music Box, where they even placed 3 clips in monthly rotations. The band plays guitar, bass, drums Tereza flew to New Orleans the same year, where she performs on the streets in small clubs for 3 months, after returning to the Czech Republic she wins the international blues competition Blues Aperitif for young talents. Subsequent years later, as a winner, she performed at Blues Alive in the Czech Republic and Poland. In 2015, she released her debut album “Electrical”, which she went on to record at the invitation of drummer Kirk Covington to the USA in Texas. She completed and released musical material in the Czech Republic and became a corporate player of the world-famous brand Fender.
In 2016, the band went on tour with the Czech popular band Mandrage and performed across Czech Republic and Slovakia. That same year, Tereza collaborated with Ivan Kral on the song “A Part Of My Heart.” That same year, the band performed in front of American bassist NIK WEST and Eric Gales.
In 2020, Electric Lady releases her largest and most expensive musical, Trilogy 2020, under the auspices of the Nemoros Agency and a collaboration with KOBALT, on which Tereza collaborated not only with English producer Nigel Lowis.In 2021, Tereza became a corporate player of the IBANEZ and BLACKSTAR brands, several concerts around the world, participation in the USA at this summit and other events in the USA are planned.
DANIELE GOTTARDO TRIO | Polyphonic Jazz Rock (USA)
Line Up
Daniele Gottardo | Guitar
Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Paul Gilbert, Guthrie Govan, Greg Howe, Eric Johnson, Zakk Wylde, Nuno Bettencourt, Richie Kotzen, Billy Sheehan
Nicolò Vese | Bass
Daniele Liverani, Federico Vese, Gabriele Bullita, Nico Di Battista, James Senese, Orchestra Sinfonica di Sanremo, Ne Obliviscaris, Caligula’s Horse
Giuseppe Risitano | Drums
Enrico Rava, Paolo Fresu, Stefano Di Battista, Fabrizio Bosso, Tullio De Piscopo, Maria Pia De Vito, Gianluca Petrella, Roberto Gatto, Danilo Rea, Rita Marcotulli
Style Polyphonic jazz-rock where the electric guitar behaves like a full ensemble voice: contrapuntal writing, modern harmony, odd-meter architecture and wide-screen dynamics—virtuosity always serving form and narrative.
Profile Daniele Gottardo Trio is built around a rare premise: the guitar is treated as orchestration. Gottardo’s writing layers melodic lead lines with inner voices, counterpoint and chamber-like voicings, then locks them into contemporary grooves where rock drive and jazz articulation coexist without compromise. The sound stays clear and “composed” even at high intensity—less a soloist with accompaniment, more three musicians sharing multiple roles at once.
That polyphonic idea extends to the rhythm section. Bassist Nicolò Vese expands the harmonic field through counterlines, register shifts and chordal color, moving between supportive foundation and melodic engine with a modern prog-fusion touch. Drummer Giuseppe Risitano completes the architecture with a contemporary-jazz approach to time and dynamics: precise pocket when needed, open texture when the arrangement asks for air, and an instinct for shaping transitions as part of the form.
The band’s signature sits at the intersection of modern fusion and progressive attitude: intricate voicings, tight rhythmic design, and a cinematic sense of arc.
Steve Vai endorsement (Top 10 Emerging Guitarists) On his official website, Steve Vai published a dedicated post about Daniele Gottardo, describing him as a rare “blue-moon” discovery and praising not only his technique but his harmonic and melodic choices: “His technique is stunning… the harmonic/melodic atmospheres he creates have unique qualities to them.” (Steve Vai, Vai.com, 2014-04-25). Italian event press has also referred to this recognition as part of Vai’s “Top 10 Emerging Guitarists” selection. (Radio Medua, 2025-09-15; The Messineser, 2025-09-16)
Details Daniele Gottardo’s catalog is shaped by long-form composition for electric guitar—moving from early solo statements to the concept-driven INkBlot era, where Guitar World framed the record as “modern guitar concertos” built on orchestrated sound design. (Mark McStea, Guitar World, 2023-05-16)
Nicolò Vese’s core aesthetic is interplay and shared roles: “The project was meant to present a lot of interplay between us.” (Gregory Adams, Guitar World, 2024-10-09)
Giuseppe Risitano’s feel has been noted for how it “glues” complex music together: “…a slick pocket push that was all the glue this piece needed.” (Jim Worsley, All About Jazz, 2020-10-15)
Highlights discography Frenzy of Ecstasy (Digital Nations) — released 2010-03-15
Non Temperato — released 2014-03-15
Giant Nuts (Daniele Gottardo & The Nuts) — released 2016-05-01
Danny Gottlieb, Pippo Matino, Nathan East, Verdine White, Andrew Gouche, Mel Brown, George Benson, David Garfield, Phil Palmer, Nicola Piovani, Steve Jordan, Will Lee, Oleta Adams, Oz Noy, Shawn Pelton
Etienne Stadwijk | Piano
Louis Sclavis, Michel Portal, Tigran Hamasyan, Manu Katché, Youn Sun Nah
Clint De Ganon | Drums
Michael Brecker, David Sanborn, Bob Mintzer, Paul Simon, Lizz Wright
A visionary, modern, and emotionally charged project, the Davide Pannozzo Trio blends the language of contemporary jazz with the deep roots of soul, blues, and Afro-American tradition, delivering a sound that is both authentic and strikingly relevant.
DAVIDE PANNOZZO – Guitar and voice A guitarist, composer, and producer based in New York City, Davide Pannozzo is widely recognized as one of the most influential voices in today’s guitar scene. His collaborations span a long list of music legends, including George Benson, David Garfield, Steve Jordan, Phil Palmer, Will Lee, Oz Noy, Nathan East, Verdine White, Mel Brown, and Oleta Adams. Pannozzo’s refined technique and soulful touch allow him to effortlessly bridge jazz, blues, fusion, and classical influences, forging a unique and immediately recognizable guitar language.
ETIENNE STADWIJK – Piano A Dutch pianist and keyboardist with Surinamese roots, Etienne Stadwijk is a prominent name on the international scene. Having performed and recorded with Michel Portal, Louis Sclavis, Tigran Hamasyan, Manu Katché, and Youn Sun Nah, he brings to the trio a lyrical, wide-ranging approach that draws from European jazz, world music, and electronic influences. His elegant phrasing and melodic sensitivity offer the perfect counterpoint to Pannozzo’s guitar, creating a musical dialogue rich in nuance.
CLINT DE GANON – Drums A world-class drummer, Clint De Ganon has worked with icons such as Michael Brecker, David Sanborn, Bob Mintzer, Paul Simon, and Lizz Wright. His mastery of groove and his ability to support with finesse or burst into virtuosic energy make him essential to the rhythmic balance of the trio. His playing is tight, inventive, and the beating heart of this project.
DISCOGRAPHY AND RELEASES Davide Pannozzo has released a number of critically acclaimed albums, earning praise from international media and radio airplay across Europe and the United States. Notable works include “Born Electric” (2017), recorded in New York with Will Lee, Steve Jordan, and David Garfield, and “Unconditional Love” (2019), an album that seamlessly blends jazz-blues tradition with modern textures, recorded between Italy and the USA. His EP “Blessed” (2021) further defined his artistic identity with standout tracks like “One Heart,” “Talk To Me,” and “Fallin’,” highlighting his talent as a songwriter who fuses technical brilliance with emotional depth. His releases are available on all major digital platforms, and many of his compositions have become staples for new-generation guitarists and instrumental music enthusiasts. With sophisticated arrangements, deep harmonic exploration, and lyrics that touch on universal themes, Pannozzo’s work is a powerful mix of authenticity and innovation.
A DISTINCTIVE ARTISTIC VISION The Davide Pannozzo Trio stands out for its original repertoire, drawing from the guitarist’s own compositions as well as reimagined classics from the Afro-American tradition. Each performance is a sonic journey combining jazz improvisation, musical storytelling, and refined interplay.
This project marks a new chapter in Pannozzo’s career—one that embraces mature and conscious writing while balancing accessibility and research, emotion and experimentation. The result is music that speaks to all audiences: profound, engaging, elegant, and alive.
ROOTED IN GREATNESS The trio’s sound is deeply informed by the personal and artistic history of its members. Pannozzo’s long-standing relationships with artists like Pippo Matino, Nathan East, Verdine White, Andrew Gouche, Steve Jordan, and George Benson, as well as his immersion in New York’s high-level music production scene, give the trio a signature touch shaped by direct exposure to some of the world’s most important musicians.
IMPROVISATION, RESEARCH, EMOTION Live performances are where the trio’s music truly comes to life. No concert is ever the same. Every show is a unique event shaped by real-time interaction among musicians, the acoustics of the venue, and the energy of the audience. The setlist evolves through original pieces, open improvisation, and moments of high emotional intensity.
Pannozzo’s playing merges seamlessly with that of his bandmates in a continuous flow that shifts between introspective ballads, tight grooves, meditative spaces, and collective virtuosity.
A TRIO FOR FESTIVALS, CLUBS, AND GLOBAL STAGES With its formal elegance, communicative strength, and emotional charge, the Davide Pannozzo Trio is ideally suited for leading stages in today’s international jazz and world music scenes. It’s a project designed for theatres, major festivals, sophisticated jazz clubs, and all venues seeking powerful, heartfelt, and authentic music.
Oz Noy | Guitar
Jimmy Haslip | Bass
Anton Fig | Drums
OZ NOY
“It’s Jazz. It just doesn’t sound like it.”
This is how virtuoso guitarist Oz Noy describes his intoxicating blend of jazz, funk, rock, blues, and r&b.
Born in Israel, Oz Noy started his professional career at the age of 13 playing jazz, blues, pop and rock music. By age 16, he was playing with top Israeli musicians and artists. By age 24, he was one of the most established studio guitar players in the country. Oz was also a member of the house band on Israel’s top-rated television show for more than two years.
Since his 1996 arrival in New York, Oz has made a huge impact on the local and international music scene. His unique and intoxicating style has broken all the rules of instrumental guitar music by focusing on the groove. All-stars such as Keith Carlock, Anton Fig, Vinnie Colaiuta, and Dave Weckl often contribute on drums, with bassists Will Lee, James Genus, and Reggie Washington.
In 2003, Oz Noy released his debut record – “Oz Live” – recorded at NYC’s legendary Bitter End.
In 2004, Oz Noy signed with Magna Carta Records and in 2005, released his highly-acclaimed studio record “HA!” with his all-star band featuring Fig, Carlock, Lee and Genus plus special guests Mike Stern and George Whitty.
In April of 2007, a licensing deal with Magna Carta and Japanese label Videoarts opened the door for Oz Noy’s music in Japan. Later that year saw the release of “Fuzzy,” Oz’s third record under the Magna Carta label. For Fuzzy, Oz’s all-star band is joined by various special guests including Colaiuta, bassist Jimmy Johnson, and keyboardists Whitty and Jim Beard.
September, 2009, saw the release of Oz’s fourth album, “Schizophrenic,” featuring Lee, Fig, Carlock, Weckl, Ricky Peterson, Chris Palmero, and special guest Steve Lukather.
In November of 2011, Oz Noy released his fifth studio album “Twisted Blues Vol. 1” Featuring Vinnie Colaiuta, Anton Fig, Chris Layton, Will Lee, Roscoe Beck , John Medeski, Jerry Z, Reese Wynans, Ralph Macdonald and special guests Eric Johnson & Allen Toussaint.
In late 2012, Oz released his two highly acclaimed instructional DVDs,”Guitar Improvisational Workout” and “Play Along Workout”, released by jazzheaven.com .
May of 2014 saw the release of Oz’s 6th studio album “Twisted Blues Vol. 2” featuring special collaborations with: Chick Corea, Allen Toussaint, Eric Johnson, Warren Haynes, Gregoire Maret, Greg Leisz, Dave Weckl, and John Medeski. The album featured the help of a stellar backup band featuring Keith Carlock, Anton Fig, Chris Layton, Will Lee, Roscoe Beck, Jerry Z and Reese Wynans.
In March, 2015, Oz Noy released his 7th album “Asian Twistz” featuring Dave Weckl & Etienne Mbappe. The live album was recorded during a tour in Asia during the summer of 2014.
oz-noy-img5April 2016 Oz Noy Release his 8th studio album “Who Gives A Funk” Featuring very special guests Joe Bonamassa, Robben Ford, Dweezil Zappa, Fred Weasley, Chris Potter, John Medeski & Corey Glover.
Sept 2017 showed the debut release of “Ozone Squeeze” , Oz’s new band featuring Atlantha Drummer Darren Stanley & Australian Keyboardist, vocalist Rai Thistlethwayte.
March 2019 Oz Noy Release his 9th solo Album “Booga Looga Loo” Featuring Drummers-Steve Ferrone, Vinnie Colaiuta and Dave Weckl, Bassists-Will Lee, John Patitucci and James Genus, Keyboardists- Jerry Z and Brian Charette with special guests- Anne Drummond, Kevin Hays and Seamus Blake.
For his accomplishments as a trend-setting guitarist, Oz won the highly acclaimed Guitar Player magazine readers poll for “Best guitar riff on a record” (2007), “Best new talent” (2008), and “Best out there guitar player” (2013).
Oz’s success both as an artist and an instrumentalist has built demand for him as an instructor. In 2011, he released two Instructional videos for Jazz Heaven, entitled “Guitar Improvisational Workout” and “Play Along Workout.” since 2015, Oz Noy released three instructional videos for My Music Master Class (MMMC) entitled “Unlocking The Neck” , “Blues, Bends and Beyond” and “Effects On The Gig”. He also released four videos for True Fire, entitled “Improv Wizard”, “Essentials Funk Rhythm Guitar”, “Twisted Guitar-Blues Soloing” and “Twisted Guitar- Blues Rhythm”.
Oz also conducts periodic master classes at The Collective School of Music (New York City), Musicians Institute (Los Angeles), and others.
Oz Noy has performed, toured and recorded with Richard Bona, Chris Botti, Gavin DeGraw, Harry Belafonte, Cyndi Lauper, Clay Aiken, Akiko Yano, Wonder Girls, Toni Braxton, Phoebe Snow, Nile Rogers, Mike Clark, Jeff ‘Tain’ Watts, Dave Weckl, Mike Manieri, John Patitucci, The East Village Opera Company, Roger Glover, Bill Evans, Randy Brecker, The Gil Evan Orchestra,Warren Hayes, Gove’t Mule, The Allman Brothers, Umphrey’s Mcgee, Allen Toussaint, Eric Johnson, Mike Stern, John Abercrombie, Wallace Roney, Steve Lukather, John Medeski, Chris Potter, Fred Wesley, Tom Scott, Don Was, Nelly Furtado, Natasha Bedingfield, Phillip Phillips, Andy Grammer, Angelique Kidjo, Matisyahu, Jennifer Hudson, Henry Butler, Gart Hudson, Don Henley, Patti Austin, Take 6, Michael Buble, Josh Groban, Phil Ramone, Paul Shaffer, Dweezil Zappa, Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Sting, Steve Perry, Allison Krauss Foreigner, Patty Smith, Wiz Khalifa, Shelea, Jordin Sparks, Average White Band, Christopher Cross, TYP, Betty Buckley, Idina Menzel, Luke Nelson, Justin Timberlake, Bonnie Raitt, Lizzo, Dave Matthews, Cat Stevens, Scary Pockets among others
JIMMY HASLIP
Jimmy Haslip is an American bass guitarist who was a founding member of the jazz fusion group the Yellowjackets, which he left in 2012. He was also an early user of the five-string electric bass.
Born in the Bronx to Puerto Rican immigrants, Spanish was Haslip’s first language and he learned to speak English in kindergarten.
Haslip moved to Huntington, New York when he was four years old. At age seven, he began playing drums and then moved onto other instruments such as trumpet and tuba until playing bass at age 15. Although he took music lessons and went to a private music school, he considers himself self-taught. He has said that he went to a local music shop with his father and purchased a right-handed bass (he is left-handed) and learned to play it upside down (without restringing).
In an interview with magazine JazzTimes, Haslip said he was surrounded by music as a young boy, from visiting nightclubs and concert venues to his peers. He explains that there was music in his house as well, from his older brother Gabriel listening to classic jazz, his father listening to Latin and orchestra jazz and his aunt listening to “sappy stuff like Jerry Vale and Johnny Mathis”. In high school, Haslip created his first band called Soul Mine with his high school classmates, playing soul music at school dances and parties.
In the early 1970s Haslip played with New York glam band Street Punk, he toured alongside musicians, and moved to Los Angeles in 1976, where he played with guitarists Tommy Bolin and Harvey Mandel. in addition to the Yellowjackets, he has worked with Jeff Lorber, Eric Marienthal, Bruce Hornsby, Rita Coolidge, Gino Vannelli, Kiss, Tommy Bolin, Allan Holdsworth, Marilyn Scott, Chaka Khan, Al Jarreau, Donald Fagen, and Anita Baker.
Haslip has released two solo albums: Arc, and Red Heat, with Joe Vannelli, in 2000. He was active with the Yellowjackets between 1977 and 2012. He was part of a combo with Allan Holdsworth, Alan Pasqua, and Chad Wackerman. Other collaborations include Jing Chi (with Robben Ford and Vinnie Colaiuta) and Modereko. Haslip was a member of the rock group Blackjack from 1979–1980 with Bruce Kulick, Sandy Gennaro, and Michael Bolton. He also toured with guitarist Allan Holdsworth and drummer Virgil Donati.
In 2012, Haslip took a year-long hiatus from Yellowjackets, which later turned permanent. Haslip wanted to devote more time to his family and other musical projects. He was replaced in Yellowjackets by Felix Pastorius, the son of Jaco Pastorius. Regarding this topic, he stated: “The primary reason for my hiatus is so that I can spend more quality time with my family”, says Haslip. “I spent ten months on the road last year. The break will give me an opportunity to spend more time at home as well as work on other artistic endeavors, such as independently producing projects”. Haslip adds, “This was not a rash decision and there is no animosity by any means. Everybody is still friends and I’m excited for the band and their upcoming plans with Felix”.
ANTON FIG
Anton Fig, known as “The Thunder from Down Under”, is a South African session drummer, perhaps best known as the drummer and second-in-command for Paul Shaffer and the World’s Most Dangerous Band. David Letterman, for whom the band served as house band on his late-night talk shows, often referred to Fig as “Anton Zip” or “Buddy Rich Jr.” Fig is also well known for his work with Kiss, Ace Frehley and Joe Bonamassa.
Early career
Fig began playing drums at the age of four. After performing in numerous successful local rock bands in Cape Town, becoming locally respected with bands like Hammak, he moved to Boston to further pursue his musical interests. His formal education included studies at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston, where he studied jazz and classical disciplines, and graduated with honors in 1975. In 1976, he moved to New York City, where he began to establish a career as a freelance musician.
Fig was a member of the band Spider during both their album releases in 1980 and 1981 as well as on their 1982 album as newly renamed band Shanghai, together with famed producer Beau Hill and songwriter Holly Knight.
Fig was the drummer on Ace Frehley’s 1978 eponymous solo album and subsequently became a member of the then ex-Kiss lead guitarist’s solo project Frehley’s Comet from 1984 to 1987. Fig also played drums on all but one song on Kiss’s 1979 album Dynasty and every song on their 1980 album Unmasked; the use of Fig to replace usual drummer Peter Criss (producers thought Criss, who had a drug problem, had seen a deterioration of his skills) upset Criss, to the point where, after appearing in promotional videos and tours through Unmasked, he left the band. Eric Carr took over drumming duties following Criss’s departure.
Other artists with whom he has worked include Bob Dylan, Warren Zevon, B. B. King, Peter Frampton, Joan Armatrading, Cyndi Lauper, Link Wray, John Waite, Robert Gordon, Eric Johnson, Beth Hart, and Kix.
David Letterman
Fig has been the drummer for the Paul Shaffer-led house band of David Letterman’s late night television shows since 1986, when he debuted with “The World’s Most Dangerous Band” on NBC’s Late Night with David Letterman. When Letterman’s show moved to CBS in 1993 and became Late Show with David Letterman, the band (and Fig) moved as well, adding a horn section and becoming known as the “CBS Orchestra”.
During this tenure, Fig and the rest of the band have played with scores of artists including Miles Davis, James Brown, Bruce Springsteen, Steve Winwood, Bonnie Raitt, and Tony Bennett. Fig also played parts in several of the show’s comic sketches, including the recurring gag, “Anton Fig’s Guess The Expiration Date”, in which Fig would be blindfolded and fed a perishable food product and attempt to guess the expiration date on the item solely from tasting it. The CBS Orchestra has also backed up a host of artists in other venues, such as Stevie Wonder, Faith Hill, Little Richard, and also B. B. King at the closing ceremonies of the summer 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. They also backed Al Green, Gloria Estefan, ‘N Sync, and Eric Clapton for VH1’s Save the Music concert at the White House.
The World’s Most Dangerous Band is also the house band for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Additionally, they were the backup band for The Concert for New York City where they performed with David Bowie, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, Eric Clapton and Buddy Guy, Macy Gray, and James Taylor.
On occasions when Paul Shaffer has been absent from The Late Show or has guest-hosted, especially since the death of previous substitute bandleader Warren Zevon in 2003, Fig has filled in as bandleader.
Other projects
Some of the many recordings Fig has made include selections with Bob Dylan, Mick Jagger, Cyndi Lauper, Madonna, Gary Moore, Shanghai, Ace Frehley, Joan Armatrading, Rosanne Cash, Joe Cocker, John Phillips, Warren Zevon, Sebastian Bach, Oz Noy, Jed Davis, Joe Satriani, Paul Butterfield, Link Wray and Chris Spedding.
He replaced Peter Criss on the Kiss albums Dynasty (1979) and Unmasked (1980), playing drums on all tracks for both albums (except Criss’ song from Dynasty, “Dirty Livin'”). Due to Kiss’ management attempting to cover up any personnel problems within the band, Fig would not be credited until years later, and Criss appears in the video for “Shandi” off the Unmasked album.
As a freelance drummer, Fig has also played live with Paul Simon, Booker T and the MG’s, The Thompson Twins at Live Aid, and Jim Keltner for Bob Dylan’s 30th anniversary concert celebration. In 1996, Fig released a drum instructional video and book titled In the Groove and Late Night Drumming, respectively.
In 2002, Fig completed his first solo record, Figments. Produced and co-written by Fig, the record represents three years of work and includes – among others singers and musicians – Richie Havens, Brian Wilson, Ivan Neville, Sebastian Bach, Ace Frehley, Al Kooper, Chris Spedding, Donald “Duck” Dunn, Blondie Chaplin, Paul Shaffer, Chris Botti, Randy Brecker, and Richard Bona.
In 2006, Fig worked with Blackmore’s Night on The Village Lanterne. In 2007, Fig worked with Joe Bonamassa on his Sloe Gin album, in 2009 on his Ballad of John Henry album, and in 2014 on Different Shades of Blue.
On 4 May 2009, Anton joined Joe Bonamassa’s band for their debut appearance at the Royal Albert Hall in London, where Eric Clapton made a guest appearance. A DVD capturing this performance was subsequently released. Fig was featured on Ace Frehley’s album Anomaly, released on 15 September 2009.
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Jeff Berlin | Bass
John McLaughlin, Isaac Hayes, Bill Bruford, Billy Cobham, Yes, Allan Holdsworth, Toots Thielemans, David Liebman, Arturo Sandoval, Michael Brecker, Randy Brecker, Mike Stern, Bill Frisell, Pat Metheny, Van Halen, Rush, Stanley Clarke, Kazumi Watanabe, Frank Gambale, Vinnie Colaiuta, Paul Wertico, Danny Gottlieb, Dennis Chambers, David Fiuczynski, T Lavitz
Jorge Vera | Piano
Miguel Bosé, Ara Malikian, Billy Cobham, Christian Gálvez, Carlos Figueroa, Lamonart, Martina Lecaros, Andrés Pérez
Michael Olivera | Drums
Richard Bona, Alfredo Rodríguez, Chucho Valdés, Dhafer Youssef, Aymée Nuviola
The Jeff Berlin Trio brings together three world-class musicians in a project dedicated to artistic integrity, musical depth, and dynamic interplay. Designed for festivals, concert halls, and series that prioritize substance and identity, the trio will be available in three separate touring periods: July 2025, October 2025, and March 2026, coinciding with the release of Jeff Berlin’s upcoming studio album scheduled for March 2025.
Jeff Berlin, born in New York in 1953, is widely regarded as one of the most revolutionary electric bass players in the history of jazz fusion. Originally trained as a classical violinist, he later studied at Berklee College of Music and gained global recognition as a core member of Bruford, the iconic fusion band led by Yes drummer Bill Bruford. Berlin’s career includes collaborations with legends such as Allan Holdsworth, Bill Evans, Pat Metheny, John McLaughlin, Al Di Meola, Scott Henderson, Billy Cobham, and Dennis Chambers. Known for his uncompromising musical vision and intellectual approach to performance and education, Berlin has influenced generations of bassists.
His discography features landmark albums including Champion (1985), Pump It! (1986), Taking Notes (1997), Crossroads (1998), In Harmony’s Way (2000), Lumpy Jazz (2004), Aneurythms (2006), High Standards (2010), Low Standards (2013), and Jack Songs (2022) — a tribute to Cream’s Jack Bruce featuring guests like Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, Bill Frisell, and Marcus Miller. His next album, to be released in March 2025, is poised to be a culmination of his decades-long career and will be followed by a major international tour.
On piano, Jorge Vera offers an expansive stylistic range shaped by his Latin American roots and European musical development. Originally from Chile, Vera has become a vital presence on the Spanish jazz scene, blending jazz, flamenco, soul, and Afro-Caribbean traditions. He has performed with top-tier artists and ensembles such as Patáx, Alain Pérez, Noa Lur, Bob Sands Big Band, Mónica Molina, and De la Purissima. His playing is defined by its harmonic sophistication, rhythmic clarity, and a keen sense for group dynamics.
On drums, Michael Olivera contributes a unique rhythmic voice rooted in the Afro-Cuban tradition and elevated by his global jazz experience. One of Cuba’s most in-demand jazz drummers, Olivera has played with Richard Bona, Chucho Valdés, Dhafer Youssef, Alfredo Rodríguez, and Aymée Nuviola. His drumming blends energy and elegance, delivering rich textures, dynamic phrasing, and an unmistakable groove that elevates every musical setting.
The Jeff Berlin Trio presents a refined and highly developed repertoire consisting of original material and hand-picked reinterpretations. The group’s focus is not on sheer virtuosity, but on musical coherence, expressiveness, and collective dialogue. With a deep respect for structure and an openness to exploration, the trio creates a space where each instrument speaks with clarity and authority.
This is not a one-off all-star lineup, but a fully realized ensemble with a strong musical identity and artistic direction. The Jeff Berlin Trio is ideal for programs that value authenticity, musical architecture, and the kind of live performance that challenges, inspires, and connects.
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World renowned blues/rock icon Carvin Jones, voted one of the greatest blues guitarist of all time by Guitarist magazine.
“Carvin Jones is a young cat out of Phoenix who I think is the next up-and-coming blues player.” Eric Clapton
“One of the best guitarists in the world ” London Surrey News
Carvin has released 4 LP’s – What You Need (1999), The Carvinator (2008) and Victory is Mine (2014) and his new album release What a Good Day (2018). He has played countless festivals, made numerous television appearances and has received praise and recognition from some of the top artists in the blues world. He has pleased music fans worldwide with his high energy show and electrifying guitar style. He has shared the stage and toured with legends including BB King, Santana, Jeff Beck, Albert King, Albert Collins, The Animals, REO Speedwagon, Jimmy Vaughan, Double Trouble and many more. Carvin himself has performed with Joe Cocker and the Fabulous Thunderbirds. Carvin even performed in Iraq and Kuwait in 2011.
Prior to the current incarnation of the band, Carvin has a long 25 year history of success worldwide.
The band currently averages around 330 live performances a year and have performed in 37 countries on 3 continents in 24 months. The band has been well received by critics and fans alike.
From 2013-2016 the band appeared at several major blues and music festivals including Cerdanyola Blues Festival (Barcelona, Spain), Grollo Intl Blues Fest (Grollo, Netherlands), Otwock Blues festival (Warsaw, Poland), International Jazz Festival (Kraljevo, Serbia), Con Alma de Blues Festival (Buenos Aires Argentina), Sisak Blues Festival (Sisak, Croatia) and In Wires Festival (Uzice, Serbia). In September 2016 they appeared on the late night show Radio 3 on RTVE National Television in Spain which drew 20 million viewers. On June 23, they performed their biggest show to date in Valladolid, Spain. 60,000 were in attendance for Carvin’s 50th Birthday show.
2017 was another very busy year for Carvin and the band. They toured United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Belgium, Netherlands, France, Spain, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Italy.
2018 proved to be an epic year as the band had sold out tours in Canada, Spain, England, Scotland, Germany and Belgium in addition to completing their first ever American Hard Rock Cafe tour summer 2018! They performed at exclusive Hard Rock Cafe locations in prominent American cities such as Boston, Nashville, Pittsburgh, Denver, Seattle, Indianapolis, Tampa, Phoenix and Anchorage.
Carvin’s new LP , “What a Good Day” was released early in January 2018 with a limited release of 11 tracks that will be performed on select tour dates in Phoenix, AZ, Chicago, IL, Belgrade, Serbia, Paris, France, Moscow, Russia, Iceland, Helsinki, Finland, Montreal, Canada, Reykjavik, Iceland and Rome, Italy.
Select tracks will also be featured on the upcoming television drama series ‘Scrutiny’, which features Carvin’s debut acting roll!
2019 is also proving to be another spectacular year for Carvin as he is scheduled to make numerous highly anticipated performances in the following countries and cities: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Ireland in addition to several cities in the UK (Germany, England, Belgium). American cities include Canton, Cleveland, Dallas, Houston, San Francisco, Minneapolis, Seattle, Prescott, Sedona, Philadelphia, New York and Taos just to name a few!
All stay tuned…. 2019 already proving to be ROCKIN!
Happy to announce that Lakbayl, the latest single from Daraa Tribes, has been presented, broadcasted and put in rotation on Radio Lotte, Weimar, Germany.
“It’s Jazz. It just doesn’t sound like it.”
also an early user of the five-string electric bass.
Anton Fig, known as “The Thunder from Down Under”, is a South African session drummer, perhaps best known as the drummer and second-in-command for Paul Shaffer and the World’s Most Dangerous Band. David Letterman, for whom the band served as house band on his late-night talk shows, often referred to Fig as “Anton Zip” or “Buddy Rich Jr.” Fig is also well known for his work with Kiss, Ace Frehley and Joe Bonamassa.
