Big Party FORQ

• 1 Into Bright 04:59
• 2 Bomp 04:56
• 3 Big 3 06:10
• 4 Dirt Cake 06:38
• 5 The Grotto 04:47
• 6 Kick The Curb 04:47
• 7 Song For Jim 04:56
• 8 Echo 06:30
• 9 Va! 06:02
• Total Runtime 49:45

Info for Big Party

'Big Party,' is a celebration of its undeniable grooves, singular sonic brand, and mischievous humor. Your host for this party is critically acclaimed keyboard player, composer, and arranger Henry Hey. He’s joined by Forq veterans: Snarky Puppy guitarist Chris McQueen with his signature funky sound, Government Mule bassist Kevin Scott with his grooving bass lines, and Snarky Puppy drummer Jason 'JT' Thomas with his unmistakable musicality and relentless power. This raucous potluck shindig also boasts incredible guitarists Ryan Scott and Jordan Peters, bassists James Genus, Chris Morrissey, and Eli Menezes, and drummer Josh Dion. Tying it all together is the unexpected harmony, head-nodding, and toe-tapping joy that is absolutely Forq. It's a 'Big Party,' and everyone's invited!

Henry Hey, keyboards
Chris McQueen, guitar
Jordan Peters, guitar
Kevin Scott, bass
Eli Menezes, bass
Jason ‘JT’ Thomas, drums

FORQ
creates at the crossroads of infectious grooves, ear-bending harmony, and melodies that stick with you like gum on your shoe long after the show ends. A group of world-class improvisers, the band showcases musical finesse through a treasure trove of delectably genre-bending songs.

Forq’s lineup is stacked with high-caliber players: originally founded by keyboardist Henry Hey (David Bowie, Empire of the Sun, Jeff "Tain" Watts) and bassist Michael League (Grammy-winning leader of Snarky Puppy), Forq has evolved to include guitarist Chris McQueen (Snarky Puppy, Bokanté) or guitarist Jordan Peters (Jon Batiste, Bokanté, Lauryn Hill), drummer Jason "JT" Thomas (Roy Hargrove’s RH Factor, Marcus Miller, Snarky Puppy, Mark Lettieri Trio), and bassist Kevin Scott (Government Mule, Wayne Krantz, Col. Bruce Hampton) or bassist Eli Menezes (Richard Bona, Lauryn Hill, Meshell N’degeocello).

Forq isn’t just virtuosic: they’re a musically stunning group that turns every show into a huge, raucous party. They’re quirkily intrepid, leading you along a sightseeing tour of musical strains to deliver grooves you’ve only heard in your oddest dreams.

Forq's music is a celebration that captivates audiences worldwide: having graced international stages including prestigious festivals like North Sea Jazz, Montreux Jazz, and Jazz á Vienne, Forq continues to leave an indelible mark with their singular blend of talent and pure fun.

Originally founded by keyboardist Henry Hey (known for collaborations withDavid Bowie, Empire of the Sun, Jeff "Tain" Watts) and bassistMichael League (Grammy-winning leader of Snarky Puppy), Forq has evolved toinclude guitarist Chris McQueen (Snarky Puppy, Bokanté) or guitarist JordanPeters (Jon Batiste, Bokanté, Lauren Hill), drummer Jason "JT" Thomas(renowned for his work with Roy Hargrove’s RH Factor, Marcus Miller, SnarkyPuppy, Mark Lettieri Trio), and bassist Kevin Scott (Government Mule, WayneKrantz, Col. Bruce Hampton).

What sets Forq apart is not just their virtuosity but their commitment tocreating a musical experience that is as enjoyable as it is impressive. With apenchant for delivering engaging and fun performances, Forq's music is acelebration that captivates audiences worldwide. Having graced internationalstages, including prestigious festivals like North Sea Jazz, Montreux Jazz, andJazz á Vienne, Forq continues to leave an indelible mark with theirirresistible blend of talent and pure enjoyment.

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