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Have You Heard: Maceo

Answered by: Gene du Vergier

When did you start making music and why? At around age 15. We had been playing together every recess and lunch time at school, as close friends we shared our love for music really well and were able to create enjoyable music.

Sum up your musical sound in four words? Jazz/hip hop/neo-soul/dope.

If you could only listen to one album forevermore, what would it be and why? Ahmad Jamal Trio Complete Live At The Pershing Lounge 1958.

Greatest rock'n'roll moment of your career to date? Havin' a sip mid-way through a drum solo.

Why should people come and see your band? Because we have a unique sound that is based heavily upon improvisation and interpersonal connection our sound is fresh.

When and where for your next gig? 13 Sep, The Brunswick Hotel.