Tag: Ron Miles
Matt Skellenger – The Owls Are Not What They Seem
Matt Skellenger, one of Denver’s most talented musicians, has returned with his third album, ‘The Owls Are Not What They Seem.’ He has studied under some of the most influential musicians to ever play the electric bass including Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey and Chuck Rainey and though their influences are clear, Skellenger has honed his own unique and inspired style of playing over the years and this album is just another step on what is sure to be a long and successful career for this talented young man.
PICK OF THE WEEK: The Matt Skellenger Group – Dazzle Jazz – Saturday April 6th
Fusing elements of jazz and world music, The Matt Skellenger Group creates a rhythmically rich and lushly melodic sound. Led by electric bassist Matt Skellenger, this unique group features Ron Miles on Trumpet, Dave Miller on Drumset, Electronics, Tabla and Udu, Andy Skellenger on Cajon, Tabla and Udu, Glenn Taylor on Pedal Steel Guitar, and Adam Bartczak on Trombone.