The Coalition of the Willing (band)

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The Coalition of the Willing
GenresJazz, Rock, Improvisation
Years active2006 - present
LabelsRopeadope
Members Bobby Previte - Drums & Percussion
Charlie Hunter - Electric Guitars, Electric Basses
Steven Bernstein - Trumpet, Slide Trumpet
Jamie Saft - Organ, Mellotron, Moog, Electric Guitars, Electric Basses
Skerik - Tenor and Baritone Saxophones
Stanton Moore - Drums
Stew Cutler - Harmonica, Slide Guitar
Marco Benevento - Organ, Electric Piano, Electronics
Robert Walter - Keyboards
Reed Mathis - Bass

The Coalition of the Willing is an instrumental jazz and rock "all-star" ensemble led by Bobby Previte. [1] Live performances are improvisational emphasizing groove, experimental and cross-genres. [2] The self-titled album was released 2006 (Ropeadope) and the tour began in early 2006. The West Coast touring band has remained active through July 2007.

Contents

Album Musician Credits [3]

European Touring Band - Winter/Spring 2006

USA Touring Band - Fall 2006

USA Touring Band - Winter 2007 [4]

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References

  1. Troy Collins The Coalition of the Willing AllAboutJazz.com, April 26, 2006
  2. Kayceman HSMF | 07.05-07.08 | Quincy, CA - Bobby Previte's Coalition of the Willing: Controlled Chaos JamBase.com. Retrieved August 5, 2007
  3. Press Release ropeadope.com. Retrieved 17 February 2007
  4. Coalition Tour Band bobbyprevite.com. Retrieved 17 February 2007.