ARTIST & BANDLEADER
THE GUESTs
WHO ARE THE GUESTS?
Longtime collaborators Lucy Woodward and Henry Hey are 'The Guests'. Who are the guests? Maybe they are this pair of vocalist and pianist — coming to visit your living room, or maybe the guests are all of the songwriters and iconic artists from whence this duo draws their material. With a deep appreciation for the legacy of great songs and grooves, well-known masterful Songstress Lucy Woodward and dynamic collaborator and creative pianist Henry Hey invite you to pull up a cozy chair for an energetic yet intimate evening. Drawing from their own expansive professional experience as songwriters and performers, Lucy and Henry will share classic songs from the deep well of writers such as John Lennon, Nina Simone and others and will add their own contributions on top.
Forq
Forq resides at the crossroads of infectious grooves, ear-bending harmony, and melodies that linger long after the night concludes. Comprising a stellar lineup of world-class improvisers, the band's music is not only a showcase of exceptional skill but a testament to their uniquely memorable, genre-blending compositions.
Originally founded by keyboardist Henry Hey (known for collaborations with David Bowie, Empire of the Sun, Jeff "Tain" Watts) and bassist Michael League (Grammy-winning leader of Snarky Puppy), Forq has evolved to include guitarist Chris McQueen (Snarky Puppy, Bokanté) or guitarist Jordan Peters (Jon Batiste, Bokanté, Lauren Hill), drummer Jason "JT" Thomas (renowned for his work with Roy Hargrove’s RH Factor, Marcus Miller, Snarky Puppy, Mark Lettieri Trio), and bassist Kevin Scott (Government Mule, Wayne Krantz, Col. Bruce Hampton) or bassist Eli Menezes (Richard Bona, Lauryn Hill, Meshell N’Degeocello
What sets Forq apart is not just their virtuosity but their commitment to creating a musical experience that is as enjoyable as it is impressive. With a penchant for delivering engaging and fun performances, Forq's music is a celebration that captivates audiences worldwide. Having graced international stages, including prestigious festivals like North Sea Jazz, Montreux Jazz, and Jazz á Vienne, Forq continues to leave an indelible mark with their irresistible blend of talent and pure enjoyment.
Henry Hey - Keyboard
Chris McQueen - Guitar
Kevin Scott - Bass
Jason ‘JT’ Thomas - Drums
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Rudder
is a co-led instrumental quartet featuring:
Chris Cheek - Saxophone
Henry Hey - Keyboard
Tim Lefebvre - Bass
Keith Carlock - Drums
Together, they created two critically acclaimed studio albums, and a live DVD. Although Rudder is largely not touring anymore, the band continues to enjoy wide-spread popularity in music circles internationally.
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Henry Hey Trio
features:
Henry Hey - Piano
John Hebert - Bass
Jochen Rueckert - Drums
‘Watershed’ contains nine tracks with eight original compositions.
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