Jemimah Puddleduck
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Jemimah Puddleduck is an American rock band led by Bob Weir & RatDog lead guitarist Mark Karan
. In addition to Karan the band also includes Billy Lee Lewis on drums, Bob Gross or Robin Sylvester
on bass and John "JT" Thomas or Mookie Siegel on keyboards.
Jemimah Puddleduck's sound is defined by soulful blues-based vocal stylings and inspired guitar work melding with masterfully responsive playing in a passionate delivery of the psychedelicized sounds of Americana. R&B-influenced rock with country soul and healthy portions of reggae, folk, and funk.
(Bruce Hornsby
, Phil Lesh & Friends), bassist Bob Gross (Albert King
) and keyboardist Arlan Schierbaum (Richie Kotzen
). They released one self titled album
in 2000. Since then, they have performed over 100 rare shows while members still maintain their separate touring careers. Schierbaum was replaced by John "JT" Thomas and the full band played on several songs on Mark Karan's debut solo album, Walk Through the Fire
.
The have performed live on KPFA, WDST, WNTI, and SiriusXM radio.
In 2009 John Molo was replaced on drums by Wally Ingram due to scheduling conflicts with Moonalice
. Drummer Carlo Nuccio did a few dates in 2009. In 2010 the band performed at Nateva Festival, Furthur Festival, and several other smaller festivals around the US. The band has been performing regularly on the east and west coasts, and are presumably expected to continue performing many shows as Bob Weir
is spending most of his time playing with Furthur
.
Mark Karan
Mark Karan is an American guitarist and singer, best known for his ongoing work with Bob Weir & RatDog. He also leads the band Jemimah Puddleduck.-Career:...
. In addition to Karan the band also includes Billy Lee Lewis on drums, Bob Gross or Robin Sylvester
Robin Sylvester
Robin Sylvester is a London born musician, living in San Francisco, who is best known for his ongoing work with RatDog. Although primarily a bass player, he plays several instruments, including the guitar and keyboards, and has done extensive arranging....
on bass and John "JT" Thomas or Mookie Siegel on keyboards.
Jemimah Puddleduck's sound is defined by soulful blues-based vocal stylings and inspired guitar work melding with masterfully responsive playing in a passionate delivery of the psychedelicized sounds of Americana. R&B-influenced rock with country soul and healthy portions of reggae, folk, and funk.
History
The band was formed in 1999 by Karan, drummer John MoloJohn Molo
John Molo , is an American rock and jazz drummer and percussionist. He has played with a variety of bands, combos, and soloists, including Bruce Hornsby and the Range, The Other Ones, Phil Lesh and Friends, Delaney Bramlett, John Fogerty, Keller Williams, Mike Watt, Paul Kelly, David Nelson,...
(Bruce Hornsby
Bruce Hornsby
Bruce Randall Hornsby is an American singer, pianist, accordion player, and songwriter. Known for the spontaneity and creativity of his live performances, Hornsby draws frequently from classical, jazz, bluegrass, folk, Motown, rock, blues, and jam band musical traditions with his songwriting and...
, Phil Lesh & Friends), bassist Bob Gross (Albert King
Albert King
Albert King was an American blues guitarist and singer, and a major influence in the world of blues guitar playing.-Career:...
) and keyboardist Arlan Schierbaum (Richie Kotzen
Richie Kotzen
Richie Kotzen is an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter.At a young age, Richie Kotzen was taken by music and first began playing piano at the age of five. At the age of seven he was inspired by the band KISS to learn the electric guitar...
). They released one self titled album
Jemimah Puddleduck (album)
Jemimah Puddleduck is an album by the rock group of the same name. It was recorded live at several different concerts in 1999 and 2000, and released in 2000....
in 2000. Since then, they have performed over 100 rare shows while members still maintain their separate touring careers. Schierbaum was replaced by John "JT" Thomas and the full band played on several songs on Mark Karan's debut solo album, Walk Through the Fire
Walk Through the Fire
Walk Through the Fire is the debut album by guitarist Mark Karan. It features several originals as well as covers and Karan is backed by many different musicians, including his band Jemimah Puddleduck and the Persuasions for some songs. It also includes a posthumous contribution from Delaney Bramlett...
.
The have performed live on KPFA, WDST, WNTI, and SiriusXM radio.
In 2009 John Molo was replaced on drums by Wally Ingram due to scheduling conflicts with Moonalice
Moonalice
Moonalice is the band that formed from previous members of the Flying Other Brothers. The band has been touring since May, 2007, and has come to the attention of music critics. The band is made up of five musicians, and led by businessman Roger McNamee. Their eponymous debut album recorded and...
. Drummer Carlo Nuccio did a few dates in 2009. In 2010 the band performed at Nateva Festival, Furthur Festival, and several other smaller festivals around the US. The band has been performing regularly on the east and west coasts, and are presumably expected to continue performing many shows as Bob Weir
Bob Weir
Bob Weir is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist, most recognized as a founding member of the Grateful Dead. After the Grateful Dead disbanded in 1995, Weir performed with The Other Ones, later known as The Dead, together with other former members of the Grateful Dead...
is spending most of his time playing with Furthur
Furthur (band)
Furthur is a rock band founded in 2009 by former Grateful Dead members Bob Weir and Phil Lesh. The original lineup also included John Kadlecik of the Dark Star Orchestra on lead guitar, Jeff Chimenti of RatDog on keyboards, Jay Lane of RatDog on percussion, and Joe Russo of the Benevento/Russo Duo...
.
Discography
- Jemimah PuddleduckJemimah Puddleduck (album)Jemimah Puddleduck is an album by the rock group of the same name. It was recorded live at several different concerts in 1999 and 2000, and released in 2000....
(2000) - Walk Through the FireWalk Through the FireWalk Through the Fire is the debut album by guitarist Mark Karan. It features several originals as well as covers and Karan is backed by many different musicians, including his band Jemimah Puddleduck and the Persuasions for some songs. It also includes a posthumous contribution from Delaney Bramlett...
- Mark KaranMark KaranMark Karan is an American guitarist and singer, best known for his ongoing work with Bob Weir & RatDog. He also leads the band Jemimah Puddleduck.-Career:...
(2009) (tracks 1, 3, 10 and 11)