Artist description At the forefront of New York's World Jazz movement. Funky and atmospheric originals combining North Indian Classical, Haitian/Afro-Dominican and West African music with the spontaneity and creativity of jazz, and the deep grooves of funk, rock and blues.

Music Style World Jazz

Musical Influences Musics of the world, especially from India/Pakistan, Haiti/Dominican Republic, West Africa, USA (jazz, rock, funk, blues).

Artist History Formed in New York City in the summer of '97. Prime Meridian has played many well-known NY clubs including Dharma, The Knitting Factory, The Internet Cafe, Le Bar Bat, etc. Currently featured monthly at the SoHo Caviarteria's Caviar Jazz Series. First tour Winter '99 with 8 concerts in India and Pakistan. Have also toured in the U.S.A. The group's members have individually toured, performed and recorded with the greats of all styles of music including Ustad Salamat Ali Khan, Sivamani, Steve Coleman, Branford Marlsalis, Clark Terry, Ray Bryant, John Scofield, Papa Jube, Jephte Guillaume and the Tet Kale Orkestra and many, many more.

Group Members Rob Miller- tenor sax & flute, David Phelps- guitar, Michael Bellar- organ & piano, Reggie Washington- electric bass, Marlon Browden- drums

Instruments tenor sax & flute, guitar, organ, el. bass, drums

Albums JOURNEYS- One World. One Life

Press Reviews “An exciting young saxophone player with a totally fresh conception.”Michael Brecker- world renown tenor saxophonist and Impulse! recording artist"Prime Meridian presented an interesting potpourri of soulful music that spell-bound the audience."The Daily News, Karachi, Pakistan

Additional Info You can purchase CDs directly for $12 (includes postage in U.S. and Canada) Send an e-mail to ramiller@interport.net for info.

Location Brooklyn, NY - USA

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