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Take Five with King Llama

by AAJ Staff
September 21, 2025

Meet King Llama: Los Angeles-based King Llama has carved a bold lane in the modern jazz-fusion landscape, blending the fire of progressive rock with the soul of improvisation. Founded by guitarist and composer Ryan Tanner Bailey, the band quickly gained attention for its fearless mix of intricate time signatures, fluid guitar textures, and a rhythm section that bridges funk, Latin, and jam-band energy. Alongside drummer Luis Briones, bassist Anthony Crawford, and guitarist Billy Paulsen, King Llama has expanded from a ...