Jester Jigs
Jester Jigs is an upcoming rock band from New England. Many influences have come together to make the sound that is Jester Jigs. From heavy riffs to soft melodic jams, it's an original sound that the world has been waiting for!
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Jester Jigs began when founding member,guitarist, and lead vocalist Matt Blauss started jamming with drummer Matt Whitty, with Jason Gammon joining them as the second guitarist. When original bassist Josh Haltunan left the band Matt blauss's brother Sean Blauss took over on bass. Shortly after Jason took over on drums, forming Jester Jigs as it is today. The trio has performed under various names, most recently as strick IX, before changing the name permanently to Jester Jigs. The three soon had an albums worth of original songs, and they recorded a series of demos with The ledgendary saxaphonist Dana Colley of the popular Boston band Morphine. In the summer of 2003 they installed a digital studio in their home and started work on their first album. Jester Jigs is currently Playing clubs in New England to support the release.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
We play all the time in. Currently in the New England circuit
Your musical influences
Each member has different influences. Some are The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alice in Chains, Sublime, Miles Davis, Aerosmith, Nirvana, Blind Melon, Ray Charles, Led Zepplin and Morphine.
What equipment do you use?
Vintage Tube guitar and bass amp.
Gibson, Washburn and Charvel guitars.
Fender and Peavey basses
Ludwig Drums
Anything else?
Jester Jigs is on is way to your town. Watch out.
