Artist description A fixture on the NYC music scene since 1993, Native has earned a strong reputation in the area as a permiere "Jamband". Native had a loyal following who enjoyed them at their home, NYC's infamous club, The Wetlands Preserve Eco-Saloon. Native is currently recording a new double CD. This recording exemplifies Native's songwriting ability and musicianship. Native is a six piece, consisting of vocal harmonies, a driving, funky rhythm section, keyboards, and blistering guitar.

Music Style Rock/Jam Band

Musical Influences Santana, The Funky Meters, Grateful Dead, George Jones, Allman Brothers

Artist History Native grew out of the friendship between British expatriot and would be actor Mat Hutt and drummer Dave Thomas who met while working at an area hotel. The pair recruited guitarist Mike Jaimes and Bassist Matt Lyons. The foursome imediately began writing and rehearsing. Soon percusionist John Wood heard the results and came on board. Native's personnel roster was completed by keyboardist Chris Wyckoff.

Group Members Dave Thomas (Drums), John Wood (Percussion and Vocals), Matt Lyons (Bass), Mat Hutt (Rhythm Guitar and Lead Vocals), Chris Wyckoff (Keyboards), Mike Jaimes (Lead Guitar and Vocals). John Fitzwater (Producer/Engineer)

Instruments Drums, Percussion, Bass, Lead Guitar, Rhythm Guitar, Keyboards

Albums Native, Live from Marmfington Vol.1, Exhale on Spring Street

Press Reviews "..they have developed into one of the region's more explosive live acts. Their shows are filled with extended improvisational journeys that are highlighted by the guitar playing of Mike Jaimes. Native comes into town having just recorded their third album "Exhale on Spring Street." The bands musicianship resounds throughout this excellent new recording and it could end up breaking the band beyond their northeast stomping grounds and onto the national stage." - Stu Fox (Ithaca Times) Jan 28, 1999

Location New York, NY - USA

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