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Book SynopsisFor thirty years, Leftover Salmon has blended musical styles from rock and bluegrass to zydeco and Cajun into an undeniably original sound and forever influenced generations of bands from across the musical spectrum. Emerging from the progressive bluegrass world and coming of age as one the original jam bands, Leftover Salmon rose to become architects of what has become known as Jamgrass—a style in which bluegrass can break free through nontraditional instrumentation and stylistic experimentation. In this book, Tim Newby presents an intimate portrait of Leftover Salmon through its band members, family, friends, former bandmates, managers, and countless musicians. Leftover Salmon was born from the heart and soul of America itself, playing music that reflects the sounds emanating from the Appalachian hills, the streets of New Orleans, the clubs of Chicago, the plains of Texas, and the mountains in their home state of Colorado. Newby reveals Leftover Salmon’s story as one that is crucialto American music and needs to be told now.
Trade ReviewHistory is made by those who write it, not the musicians who can’t remember it. Tim Newby knows our history and now it’s up to him to teach us what happened! -- Vince Herman, Leftover Salmon
The gift of Tim Newby’s book is its depth and honesty, a thorough guide covering a thirty-year journey of a truly remarkable band. In addition to their story of friendships and losses, musical discoveries and Wild West adventures, it is a tale of the brethren they surround themselves with who fortify Salmon’s unique voice. -- Bill Payne, Little Feat
Tim Newby has somehow managed to capture the unique combination of personalities that is Leftover Salmon, a feat that I would have thought fairly impossible. Tim weaves his story through the sensibilities of the individual players which creates a wonderful kaleidoscope resulting in the definitive biography of a band that is still constantly changing and growing into their fourth decade. -- Steve Berlin, Los Lobos
So great (and surprising!) to learn the history and origins of Leftover Salmon. There's so much more to these guys then I thought I knew, and I met Vince and Drew twenty years ago. True pioneers in music. If you're a fan, definitely worth the read! -- Adam Aijala, Yonder Mountain String Band
Tim Newby’s books lead music fans deeper into the world of the artists he writes about. Even after more than 40 years of studying the music, I learned so much from his book. -- Tim O'Brien, Hot Rize
This detailed account of a loving group of musicians who dared be themselves is a testimony to the power of music to bring the world together through love of the creative originals that we all are meant to be. -- Jeff "Apt. Q-258" Sipe
Table of ContentsPreface Acknowledgements Chapter 1 – Drew Chapter 2 – Vince Chapter 3 – Mark Chapter 4 – Michael Chapter 5 – Tye Chapter 6 – Jeff Chapter 7 – Greg Chapter 8 – John Chapter 9 – Noam Chapter 10 – Andy Chapter 11 – Alwyn Chapter 12 – Erik Chapter 13 (Encore) – Leftover Salmon Bibliography
