The evolution of jazz has followed many paths, becoming so diverse that the definition of the word ‘jazz’ has become blurred. Ken Gregory's compositions combine elements of Swing, Latin, Funk, and Bebop. These innovative pieces are rooted in the foundations of classic jazz combined with a contemporary rhythmical approach, tending toward more linear melodies and greater tonal variation in the chord structures rather than using repetitive rhythm patterns. The band's four horns lend themselves to the creation of unusual blends of melodies and interesting textures, backed by piano, guitar, bass and drums. The musical journey evolves from funk to ballad to swing along the way. Elements of classical music and blues appear along with hard bop and Latin, presenting some familiar yet unpredictable twists. His compositions lean towards the unexpected as one means of expressing and exploring music. The goal is to provide a comfortable yet innovative listening experience, one that stays close enough to home so as not to be dissonant or cacophonous, but adventurous and challenging to those willing to go on the ride.
Ken Gregory has been playing trumpet since 1959 and writing music since 1970. As a composer, he has been commissioned to write for a variety of clients such as Warner Brothers Films, CNN, CNN International, CNN en Espanol, The Weather Channel, as well as many radio and TV advertisers and for songwriters and lyricists of all types. Ken has played trumpet, trombone, guitar, bass and keyboards on thousands of studio sessions, and is familiar with orchestration, arranging and composition, as well as audio engineering and MIDI programming techniques. Ken's band "Solid State" regularly performs his original compositions at various Jazz Festivals and clubs throughout the southeastern US, and has been featured on WRFG, WBCX, & WCLK FM radio stations, PBS Television's "Jazz Atlanta", at The Montreaux Jazz Festival, the Atlanta Jazz Festival, the Atlanta Arts Festival, and the Inman Park Festival, as well in many jazz clubs and private parties. Ken continues to be active in the professional music and recording business in Atlanta.
Hot Latin Jazz, Energetic but Smooth. Solid Percussion and Bass, Great Trumpet, Trombone and Sax Solos. Horn Section, Nice Drum Breaks, Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
Upbeat Jazz-Rock a la Spyro Gyra. Energetic & Uplifting with Nice Melody and Solos – Trumpet, Vibes, Guitar, Trombone, Saxophone. Smooth and funky. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Jazz Rock
Super-Smooth Elegant Jazz - Nice Guitar Melodies, Soaring Trumpet – Guitar, Piano, and Trumpet. Beautiful Piano and Muted Trumpet Solos. Funky and Relaxed. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Smooth | Pop Jazz
High Energy Funky Jazz Rock with Big City Horns. Nice harmonies, Muted Trumpet, Hot Sax, Guitar and Organ Solos, Super Funky Drums, Instrumental, Jazz Music, Jazz Fusion
The Smoothest of the Smooth - Brazilian Guitar and Muted Trumpet. Beautiful Grand Piano Solo, Nice Easy Groove in the Percussion and Bass. Jazz Music, Smooth | Pop Jazz
Jazz-Rock Energy All the Way. Classical Music meets Smooth Jazz and Blues. Interesting Chord Progressions and Great Trombone, Piano and Guitar Solos, Pyrotechnic Drums. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Jazz Fusion
Serious Jive Funk - Cool Urban Hip with Funky Jazz & Blues. Syncopated Rhythmic Surprises, Cool Chord Changes. Great Guitar and Trombone Solos, Jazz Music, Soul Jazz | Groove
Super-Funk Guitars, a la James Brown, with Horns. Jazzy Bridge with Interweaving Horn lines. Pop - Jazz Guitar Melody with Heavy Rock Ending, Jazz Music, Jazz Fusion
Sweeping Guitar Chords, Soaring Trumpet Melody, Funky Drums, Grand Piano.
Mood Music with Groove - Serious Smooth Jazz, Jazz Music, Smooth Jazz | miscellaneous
Medium-Slow Serious Swing, Minor key - Dark but Energetic and Playful.
Bebop Chord Changes and Melody with Interesting Twists.
Great Musical Interplay! Jazz Music, Cool Jazz
Mystery Song of the Jungle - the Buffarilla walks at night! Jungle Drums,
Acoustic Sound Effects, Sax, Electric Piano Synthesizer, & Percussion
with a Hypnotic Groove. Jazz Music, Smooth Jazz | miscellaneous
Reggae-Funk Jazz, a la Steely Dan. Horn Section, Rhythm Guitar.
Hot Sax, Synth Flute and Guitar Solos. A Laid Back Taste of De Islands, Jazz Music, Smooth | Pop Jazz
Innovative 5/4 Latin Funk Groove - Flamenco Mood Smooth Jazz with Great Piano, Muted Trombone, and Classical Guitar Solos. Nice Relaxed Energy, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
Hot Funk from the Top - Brecker Brothers meets Santana. Tight Horn Section -
Trumpet, Sax, Trombone with Blazing Guitar and Synth Solos, Jazz Music, Jazz Fusion
Romantic Trumpet Melody with Smooth Jazz Background. Nice Piano Solo and Funky Guitar Rhythms, Upright Bass. Uplifting and Revitalizing! All Real Stuff - Live Musicians Playing Acoustic Instruments! Jazz Music, Smooth Jazz | miscellaneous
Smooth Latin Jazz, Island Rhythms -- Cool Bossa Nova with a beautiful romantic melody. Soft trombone, muted trumpet, flugelhorn, grand piano and trombone solos. Lovely chillout music with a dash of energy. Jazz Music, Smooth | Pop Jazz
