YAM YAM formed in late 2015, coming together from playing in an assortment of local bands in central PA. The band is inspired by 1970s soul music, New Orleans roots of jazz music, and modern/vintage funk and jam music. YAM YAM features raw instruments and captures a high-energetic sound. YAM YAM is Mike Dempsey on keys, Jason Mescia on saxophone, Xander Moppin on bass, Tom Fuller on guitar, and Tyler Fuller on drums. 

The band released its debut, self-titled album in late 2018 and upon its release, it charted on Billboard Jazz Albums section at No. 17. The band has opened for Lotus, Dopapod, and Keller Williams among others and has been featured in NepaScene, LiveForLiveMusic, TheBurg, and Burg in Focus.

The band is currently finishing up its second album, preparing for a release in 2020/2021.

LAZY BIRD Creative, charismatic, and certainly funky — these are just a few of the words that describe the young and upcoming band known as Lazy Bird. Hailing from the quaint yet musically inclined city of Burlington, Vermont, Lazy Bird’s astounding ability to improvise leads to a completely different listening experience each performance. The band cut their teeth with dorm room jams at the University of Vermont led by guitarist Jackson Bower and Saxophonist Matt Cincotta. Shortly after, Lazy Bird found themselves traveling across the American Northeast to play with up and coming bands such as Dogs in a Pile and Six Fox Whiskey. 

The members’ love and respect for one another resonates with the crowd and invites any and everyone to dance along. Lazy Bird thrives on musical exploration, risks, and experimentation, and they specialize in a jam genre that is heavily inspired by funk, jazz, and soul. Lazy Bird has plunged headfirst into the music scene of New England while maintaining a unique sound of its own.

The meshing of each band member’s spirited talent provides an upbeat and joyous environment wherever they perform. Each one of Jackson Bower’s guitar strings leave a sweet flavor in the ear. The vibrant harmonies of Saxophonist, Matthew Cincotta, and Trumpeter, Justin Plakias, add a smoky ingredient to each song. Nodding your head would be impossible without the rock-steady beat of Tom Gladstone on bass and Cal McCandless on drums, complimenting each other and commanding the rhythm of the band. Lazy Bird’s harmonic soundscape culminates with the combination of Nashville-native Will Grana on keyboard and Avery Rubin's powerful lead vocals. The popularizing group quickly captured the attention of a young Burlington audience while also satisfying the likes of old-school jam fans as well.

Together, the band members have used the sentimental beauty of music to bring people closer — the way in which it was always meant to be experienced. Lazy Bird provides a satisfying sound that brings a smile to anyone with ears and a heart.

WEBSITE

lazybirdband.com 

SOCIAL MEDIA

Instagram: @lazybirdband

Facebook: @lazybirdband

Youtube: Lazy Bird