The Vandermark Five
Ken Vandermark – reeds
Dave Rempis – saxophones
Fred Lonberg-Holm – cello
Kent Kessler – bass
Tim Daisy – percussion
Ex-members include:
Jeb Bishop – trombone (until 2004)
Tim Mulvenna – drums (until 2001)
Mars Williams – reeds (until 1998)
Formed in 1996, the Vandermark Five was one of Chicago’s best-known, most influential, and longest-standing jazz bands. Putting themselves on the map with their legendary Tuesday night residency at Chicago’s Empty Bottle from 1996 – 2005, the band toured extensively in Europe and North America from 1998-2010 and released over 15 cd’s. More information at www.kenvandermark.com
Albums
Media
WHEELHOUSE "Boss Of The Plains"
BALLISTER "Mi Casa Es En Fuego"
THE ENGINES "Other Violets"