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Are Jam Bands a product of the US, or do they exist everywhere?
Just curious, because I'm based in the US and know little about cultures outside my own. I know bands like The Allman Brothers, moe., Phish, etc.. tour all over the world, so I know they reach plenty of people outside the US. I'm just curious if…
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What does the lead vocalist sing in a Jam band show?
I am learning about the "Jam band" genre and I understand these bands perform live shows that feature moments of improvisations.
I can easily imagine how the musicians play, sticking to a chord grid, improvising around scales etc... but what does…
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