Thrēq FORQ

• 1 Taizo 05:41
• 2 Cowabunghole 05:57
• 3 Tea Time 06:17
• 4 Blue Diamonds 03:37
• 5 Stannic 03:46
• 6 Melt 06:41
• 7 Fenix 06:07
• Total Runtime 38:06

Info for Thrēq

Forq is an instrumental quartet with a dynamic sound and a penchant for sonic exploration. The group is composed of world-class improvisers, but it is their unusually memorable, genre-blending songs that leave the most lasting impression. Seven of these songs make up their third album Thrēq (pronounced “threek”), which was released in late 2017. Originally founded by keyboardist Henry Hey (David Bowie, Empire of the Sun, Jeff "Tain" Watts) and bassist Michael League (Grammy-winning leader of Snarky Puppy), Forq is now joined by guitarist Chris McQueen (Snarky Puppy, Bokanté), drummer Jason "JT" Thomas (Roy Hargrove’s RH Factor, Marcus Miller, D’Angelo) and bassist Kevin Scott (Wayne Krantz, Jimmy Herring, Col. Bruce Hampton). They have toured across the US and Europe and performed at international festivals including the North Sea Jazz festival and GroundUP Festival in Miami Beach.

Henry Hey, keyboards
Chris McQueen, guitar
Kevin Scott, bass
Jason "JT" Thomas, drums

FORQ
creates at the crossroads of infectious grooves, ear-bending harmony, and melodies that stick with you like gum on your shoe long after the show ends. A group of world-class improvisers, the band showcases musical finesse through a treasure trove of delectably genre-bending songs.

Forq’s lineup is stacked with high-caliber players: originally founded by keyboardist Henry Hey (David Bowie, Empire of the Sun, Jeff "Tain" Watts) and bassist Michael League (Grammy-winning leader of Snarky Puppy), Forq has evolved to include guitarist Chris McQueen (Snarky Puppy, Bokanté) or guitarist Jordan Peters (Jon Batiste, Bokanté, Lauryn Hill), drummer Jason "JT" Thomas (Roy Hargrove’s RH Factor, Marcus Miller, Snarky Puppy, Mark Lettieri Trio), and bassist Kevin Scott (Government Mule, Wayne Krantz, Col. Bruce Hampton) or bassist Eli Menezes (Richard Bona, Lauryn Hill, Meshell N’degeocello).

Forq isn’t just virtuosic: they’re a musically stunning group that turns every show into a huge, raucous party. They’re quirkily intrepid, leading you along a sightseeing tour of musical strains to deliver grooves you’ve only heard in your oddest dreams.

Forq's music is a celebration that captivates audiences worldwide: having graced international stages including prestigious festivals like North Sea Jazz, Montreux Jazz, and Jazz á Vienne, Forq continues to leave an indelible mark with their singular blend of talent and pure fun.

Originally founded by keyboardist Henry Hey (known for collaborations withDavid Bowie, Empire of the Sun, Jeff "Tain" Watts) and bassistMichael League (Grammy-winning leader of Snarky Puppy), Forq has evolved toinclude guitarist Chris McQueen (Snarky Puppy, Bokanté) or guitarist JordanPeters (Jon Batiste, Bokanté, Lauren Hill), drummer Jason "JT" Thomas(renowned for his work with Roy Hargrove’s RH Factor, Marcus Miller, SnarkyPuppy, Mark Lettieri Trio), and bassist Kevin Scott (Government Mule, WayneKrantz, Col. Bruce Hampton).

What sets Forq apart is not just their virtuosity but their commitment tocreating a musical experience that is as enjoyable as it is impressive. With apenchant for delivering engaging and fun performances, Forq's music is acelebration that captivates audiences worldwide. Having graced internationalstages, including prestigious festivals like North Sea Jazz, Montreux Jazz, andJazz á Vienne, Forq continues to leave an indelible mark with theirirresistible blend of talent and pure enjoyment.

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