Forq

Forq resides at the crossroads of infectiousgrooves, ear-bending harmony, and melodies that linger long after the nightconcludes. Comprising a stellar lineup of world-class improvisers, the band'smusic is not only a showcase of exceptional skill but a testament to theiruniquely memorable, genre-blending compositions.

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.

New album Big Party is set for release 13th of September, 2024.