by John Gros | Nov 20, 2019 | News
Wednesday, November 20th is Dr. John’s birthday. He would have been 79. These are the words I spoke at his Memorial Service. “Dr. John….Mac Rebennack, It was in his right hand piano rolls. It was in the rhythm and stretch of his left hand. It was in the words...
by John Gros | Oct 15, 2019 | News
by John Gros | Oct 8, 2019 | News
It’s about being comfortable.
by John Gros | Sep 30, 2019 | News
George Porter Jr. taught me how to function in different musical environments. You adapt by having faith in the people you play with, trust in your upbringing and comfort knowing your ears will lead the way.
by John Gros | Sep 17, 2019 | News
One of the songs that’s been fun to play live is “Cocaine and Chicken Fricassee”. It’s got a great groove and it gets people moving. It’s also fun to watch the audience’s reaction to the opening lines. You can see it on their faces....