The Fogcutters

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The Fogcutters are a rock funk band based in Portland, Maine under the direction of trombonist John Maclaine and baritone saxophonist Brian Graham. The Fogcutters began as a 19 piece original big band but has evolved continuously since being started in 2009. The Fogcutters present original music, annual "Big Band Syndrome" and Big Band Christmas shows featuring various vocalists and songwriters. [1]

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History

Since their founding in 2009, The Fogcutters began primarily playing Duke Ellington transcriptions for fun, but continues to evole into a unique original sound. The Fogcutters balance subtlety and power by playing their own unique blend of funk, rock, afro-cuban, and combining them with traditional sounds. Growing upon their continued success, The Fogcutters maintains their identity as performers of original music.

2016 - 1st original album Flotsam released. Collavorative album written with input from all members of the band. Inspired by classic and contemporary influences.

In addition to Flotsam, The Fogcutters have released two other live albums including "Big Band Syndrome Vol. 1 and Vol. 2, Live at The State Theatre" [2] and a two Christmas EPs entitled "Jingle These Bells" and "Christmas in Maine (2023) which offers The Fogcutters take on classic Christmas songs. [3]

Since 2010, The Fogcutters have shared the stage with many notable musicians such as The Temptations, and have created big band arrangements of Blues Traveler and Spin Doctors songs performed with John Popper and Chris Barron. [4] [5]

The Fogcutters were voted 2014 Best Jazz Act in New England at The New England Music Awards, and voted Best Jazz Act for 2012 & 2013 and the Best Live Act for 2013 by the Portland Phoenix Music Awards.

Members

BRIAN Graham - leader, Bari sax

Discography

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References

  1. 1 2 "The Fogcutters" . Retrieved December 6, 2013.
  2. ↑ Burham, Emily (June 18, 2012). "Fogcutters Have a Serious Case of 'Big Band Syndrome'" . Retrieved December 6, 2013.
  3. ↑ Pfeifle, Sam (November 28, 2012). "The Fogcutters add to our Christmas Cheer". Portland Phoenix. Retrieved December 6, 2013.
  4. ↑ Nunan, Holly (January 3, 2013). "Chris Barron & John Popper Team Up with The Fogcutters for a night of fun at Port City Music Hall" . Retrieved December 6, 2013.
  5. ↑ Frances, Joshua. "Chris Barron, John Popper and The Fogcutters". Relix Exposed Blog. Retrieved December 6, 2013.
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