Artist description Jim's a rock guitarist with deep roots in American rock and blues, and an adventurous edge that takes him out into a more free-wheeling jam-based sound. He's one of a select few guitarists with a Fender endorsement, and is know for his mastery of the Fender Telecaster. The Jim Weider Band consists of Jim on guitar and vocals, Randy Cialante on drums & vocals, Albert Rogers on bass and vocals, and Dan McKinney on keyboards.

Music Style Rock

Musical Influences Jeff Beck, Roy Buchanan, Eric Clapton, Scotty Moore

Similar Artists The Band, Santana, Jeff Beck, Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson

Artist History Jim was a member of The Band for over a decade, replacing Robbie Robertson in the mid-eighties. Along with his years with Levon, Garth, Rick Danko and company, he's played with Graham Parker, Albert Lee, Taj Mahal, Mavis Staples, and Scotty Moore, to name a few.

Group Members Jim Weider - guitar & vocals, Randy Ciarlante - drums & vocals, Albert Rogers - bass & vocals, Dan McKinney - keyboards

Instruments Fender Telecaster, Hammond organ, drums, bass

Albums Bigfoot, Remedy

Press Reviews Remedy reviewed in Vintage Guitar - John Heidt... Jim's a Tele guy, and he gets such a great sound - whether it's a bright, quick-picked thing, or a fat, singing tone; it's always right. The record kicks off with a rockin version of "Subterrranean Homesick Blues" that features sinewy guitars and nice beats. Bob would approve. There's also a nice cover of "The Weight", with Jim stating the melody beautifully and soulfully before Mavis Staples kicks in on vocals. You have to admire Weider, who stepped into an almost impossible position with "The Band" (...most of us wouldn't want to take Robbie Robertson's place), and filled the guitar chair with taste and sensitivity. It's hard not to like this one. Weider's a great player, the band always cooks, and the tunes are always good

Location Woodstock, New York - USA

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