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BIOGRAPHY
Vincent Herring & EARTH JAZZ
"A Soulful Explosion Of Worldbop & Funk“  

We call ourselves a “Real Band”, a spirited unit that has been playing Together for many years, developing an original and contemporary sound that bridges tradition with our times. This band is invigorating, dynamic and energetic. Our growing fan base attracts new, young listeners and satisfies the long-established jazz fan.  

Recent appearances: 2009: Ronnie Scott’s Jazzclub, London[3x]. 2008: Amazone Jazzfestival, Brasil; Jazz & Wine Festival, Montclair, CA; Linköping Jazzfestival, Sweden. 2007: Ronnie Scott’s Jazzclub, London; Smoke Jazzclub, New York. 2006: Guiness Jazzfestival, Cork, Ireland.  

New release February 2010: "Morning Star“ on Challenge Records International  

Vincent Herring- saxophones   Undoubtedly, one of today’s most important voices of the jazz saxophone, Vincent has recorded over 12 CD’s as a leader and over 100 (!) as a sideman. His long list of credits includes: The Freddie Hubbard Quintet, Nat Adderley Quintet, Art Blakey And The Jazz Messengers, Horace Silver Quintet, Kenny Barron Quintet, Steve Turrey, Cedar Walton, Jack De Johnette’s Special Edition, Nancy Wilson and many others. www.vincentherring.com  

Anthony Wonsey- piano, keyboards   Anthony’s  dedication and depth of talent earned him a full scholarship to Berklee College of Music. Since graduating Berklee in 1994 Anthony started working with a variety of important artist. He has recorded and / or toured with Nina Freelon, Kenny Garrett, Carmen Lundy, Antonio Hart, Clark Terry and Chris McBride. During the past few years, Anthony Wonsey found himself in the bands of Elvin Jones, Buster Williams, Lenny White,Nicholas Payton and Pharaoh Sanders. He currently records for Sharp Nine Records.  

Richie Goods- bass   An electric and upright bassist hailing from Pittsburgh, Rich Goods began playing music at a young age. Goods has recorded and toured all over the world with a variety of big-name music acts, ranging from Milt Jackson and Stanley Turrentine to Will Smith, Whitney Houston, Christina Aguilera, Alicia Keys, the Headhunters, pianist Mulgrew Miller and guitarist Russell Malone, Steps Ahead, The Manhattan Transfer, Lenny White and many others.  

Joris Dudli- drums   Joris has been a steady member of the Vienna Art Orchestra and the Art Farmer Quintet from 1979 to 1985. After moving to the US in 1986, he performed and recorded with many of the worlds greatest jazz musicians: The Zawinul Syndicate, Benny Golson, Curtis Fuller, Johnny Griffin, Chico Freeman, Clifford Jordan, Joe Lovano, Joe Henderson, George Garzone and many more.                

Quotes: 
“Herring delivered jazz of outstanding quality, funky and with obvious connection to the Blue Note tradition. The soprano voice of Herring spoke directly to your heart. “ Linköping Jazzfestival, April 2008  

„The name Earth Jazz Agents refers to a very dynamic quartet with drummer Joris Dudli, bassist Richie Goods, pianist Anthony Wonsey and alto saxophonist Vincent Herring... they excel in both, the more funky styles, as well as in the 'old-fashioned' swing....It's good to hear how they give old pieces a new coat and have new work fit in perfectly, tradition and more contemporary styles beautifully welded together....“René de Hilster, Voorburg, Netherlands, November   2006

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