Joe Russo

Joe Russo's Almost Dead Two-Night Run at the Fox Theater: A Celebration and a Tribute

by Ming Poon
November 23, 2024

Joe Russo's Almost Dead graced the stunning Fox Theater in Oakland, CA, for a two-night run that will live on in the memories of all who attended. Known for their dynamic interpretations of the Grateful Dead's music, JRAD once again demonstrated why they are among the finest torchbearers of the Dead's legacy. The first night was a high-energy celebration, with the band effortlessly weaving through intricate jams and electrifying renditions of both staples and deeper cuts. Their uncanny ...

Andy Hess, Joe Russo, Eric Krasno, Eric Deutsh at Sullivan Hall (NYC) on February 28th

Source: All About Jazz
February 23, 2009

On Saturday, February 28th, Sullivan Hall will be host to a collaboration between some of the music scene's best performers... from jazz, funk, blues and rock! This will be the musicians' first time playing on the same stage, so don't miss it! Eric Krasno (of Soulive, Lettuce) on Guitar Joe Russo (of Benevento/Russo duo) on drums Erik Deutsh (of Charlie Hunter Trio) on keys Andy Hess (ex Govt Mule) on Bass The venue is ...
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Joe Russo Can't Be Stopped

Source: JamBase
February 5, 2009

By: Andrew Bruss

Joe Russo by Rod Snyder Drummer Joe Russo's stature on the concert circuit saw a drastic rise during the summer of 2006, a season that opened up a whole new world to him. But for every door that opened, it seemed as though two more closed in its place. By the end of the year, Russo and Marco Benevento (keys, organ, piano) slowed their longtime collaboration, the Benevento/Russo Duo, to a crawl, ...
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