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Snarky Puppy on Tour
With a jazz-minded head and a jam-band heart, Snarky Puppy are the ultimate live act. A collective of 40-odd rotating members who typically play shows in groups of 10 to 20, they frequently play with guests ranging from David Crosby to Charlie Hunter to the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Led by bassist and composer Michael League, this rogues' gallery of instrumental misfits stir up all sorts of styles — rock, jazz, funk, R&B, Afrobeat, fusion and various world strains — into one big roiling pot of groove. Snarky Puppy have been playing together in various iterations since 2004, and live recordings of their countless club shows, festival stops and concert hall gigs are feverishly collected by fans with good reason. No two concerts are alike, thanks not only to an ever-shifting lineup but also to a healthy dose of improvisation. When they have the space to stretch out, Snarky Puppy can easily go a couple of hours onstage, playing songs from their 10-plus official albums plus plenty of imagination-infused, on-the-spot riffing.
Snarky Puppy in Concert
Though Snarky Puppy are based in Brooklyn, Michael League founded the group in Denton, Texas, under ironic circumstances considering the group's runaway success. As a freshman jazz major at the University of North Texas in 2004, he wasn't good enough to place in any school ensembles. Starting his own band was a way to play the music he'd loved since his teenage years. And since then, Snarky Puppy have not only become a legendary live band, but won three Grammys: Best R&B Performance for their Lalah Hathaway–sung cover of "Something" (on 2013's Family Dinner, Vol. 1), and Best Contemporary Instrumental Album for both 2015's Sylva (with the Dutch Metropole Orkest) and 2016's Culcha Vulcha. The group's unwieldy roster happened by accident. In Snarky Puppy's early days, members couldn't afford to turn down gigs with bigger touring artists, so League would bring in pinch players, train them and put them on the road. But between the bonds formed and knowledge acquired, it seemed a waste to kick them out afterward. Hence, "The Fam," as they're called, grew and grew, from Snarky Puppy's self-released debut, 2005's Live at Uncommon Ground, through League's move to New York, and on to albums like 2019's Immigrance, which leans deeply into the members' multicultural backgrounds to arrive at a sound that's continually new and evolving.
Over the course of their career, Snarky Puppy have brought many venues to capacity, like Warner Theatre (Washington, D.C.) and the Hollywood Bowl (Los Angeles).
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When I first heard Snarky Puppy four years ago. I knew they were a band I had to go see live. The band that uses interchangeable musicians on a given tour are every bit as good as you hear on the radio or your cd.
What an amazing performance. They came out playing as if their lives depended on their performance. They were energetic, exciting and some of the most talented musicians to come along in years.
Can't say enough about the writing and musicianship of this band. They are a mashup of Jazz, Funk, Rock, Progressive. The audience was full of musicians. This band is a musician's dream. The place was packed with people of all ages who were really "getting it". Snarky Puppy is my current favorite band.
This band is a musician's band. Talented, spirited, accomplished and tight. A pleasure to watch and listen to, a wonderful show.
Wow, what a great show. From the moment I arrived, I was in awe. The band was amazing. Super talented musicians. Beautiful music. Great interaction with the audience. And an amazingly "chill" vibe. It was an awesome scene. Just what I needed. Thanks!
Snarky Puppy is THE BAND to go see. They are young, very professional, very fun musicians that are sick as hell! I would more than definitely see them again. It was a downsized version of their original band group, but it wasn't far at all from the sound i was hoping for. They blew me and my friends away. SEE THEM!
The ten piece band truly delivered. Incredible songwriting, arrangements and energy made this an unforgettable show. Irving Plaza was the perfect venue to be introduced to their music. Looking forward to seeing them again when they return to NYC!
Snarky Puppy is a band of some of the best musicians I have had the pleasure to hear. It is great to hear real musicians, playing real music live. The songs and musical arrangements were so smooth, tight and crisp. It was 'chocolate to my ears'.
Wednesday was my first time visiting the Union County Performing Arts Stage in Rahway. It was a pleasant surprise. The venue was comfortable and inviting; which made attending the vent a joy. The concert was well beyond my expectation. All I can say is that Snarky Puppy was a hit and is now on my rotation of "must see" performances.
snarky puppy lived up to the hype. although it wasn't the full band, they were still great. venue was outstanding. intimate, great sound. really close to the action.
Go see these guys! Very talented and entertaining.
think Galactic, think Weather Report, think Rippingtons, think Yellow Jackets, and when you`re done sitting and thinking, get out to see Snarky Puppy They Rock !
A great show featuring extremely talented musicians!
Snarky Puppy was incredible. The venue was a little small, but overall very friendly. After it got a bit late a few people got a little too drunk and acted as you would expect but it was a great night.
An amazing concert. I loved the venue. This was just a display of amazing talent. I can't wait to see them again.
One of the best shows I have ever been to!! I can't wait until they come back to Baltimore again.
Snarky Puppy was just amazing. Left me wanting more and can't wait to see them again. Truly a treat, and a wonderful evening of music adventure. Loved it !!!!!
Snarky Puppy is good at two chord jams that lasted 20+ minutes each. This allows them to substitute in players from their cooperative without the need for practice. The base play was unusually self-absorbed. No connection with the audience. We walked out after 45 minutes. Thank goodness for the opening act, Columbus's Dan White Sextet or this would have been a total waste.
A Snarky Puppy concert is definately an unforgettable experience. I have my own instrumental band, that concert inspired us as musicians! S.P. is extremely creative, music for the brain as well as the body!.
This band is Awesome! To be honest, I had Never heard of this band before. My best friend is the fan, so when I saw that they were going to be performing 10 mins from my home, I could not pass up the opportunity to be the Greatest best friend and buy tickets. I have heard some of their music on YouTube, and can honestly say that after hearing them live, they have another fan in me. I mentioned to my friend that the bad is like 8 musicians with ADD that come up with PHENOMENAL MUSIC! The CD's do not do these gentlemen justice. This is a band that you HAVE to see live to fully appreciate the music. Was not dissapointed!!!!
