Cory Wong
In this episode, Minneapolis-born funk virtuoso Cory Wong and his band took a break from touring to join us at the historic Robert Lang Studios in Seattle, Washington. This iconic studio is renowned for housing some of the most influential rock recordings of our time, from artists like Nirvana, Alice In Chains, Death Cab for Cutie, Peter Frampton, Soundgarden, and more.
The setlist includes “Team Sports” from Elevator Music for an Elevated Mood, “Pebbles” from Power Station, and “Massive” from The Striped Album.
The setlist includes “Team Sports” from Elevator Music for an Elevated Mood, “Pebbles” from Power Station, and “Massive” from The Striped Album.
I picked these songs because I thought they'd be fun to showcase my guitar playing in a way that's different than other video or recording sessions i've done in the past.
— Cory Wong
Cory’s band consists of an all-star lineup, featuring:
• Petar Janjic: Serbian-born drummer Petar Janjic is a masterful percussionist, celebrated for his global collaborations with artists like Victor Wooten, Billy Strings, and Kimbra, as well as his innovative teaching and dynamic live performances.
• Yohannes Tona: Ethiopian bassist and composer Yohannes Tona seamlessly blends African roots with American music, earning acclaim as a bandleader and sideman alongside artists such as Stokley, and The Sounds of Blackness.
• Adam McPhail: Mississippi-born guitarist Adam McPhail has showcased his versatile talent alongside legends like B.B. King, Victor Wooten, and Keb’ Mo’.
• Kevin Gastonguay: Keyboardist and composer Kevin Gastonguay, known for his long-time work with Cory Wong and deep ties to the Minneapolis sound, creates innovative arrangements showcased on his solo albums, including Last Place Dreamer.
• Yohannes Tona: Ethiopian bassist and composer Yohannes Tona seamlessly blends African roots with American music, earning acclaim as a bandleader and sideman alongside artists such as Stokley, and The Sounds of Blackness.
• Adam McPhail: Mississippi-born guitarist Adam McPhail has showcased his versatile talent alongside legends like B.B. King, Victor Wooten, and Keb’ Mo’.
• Kevin Gastonguay: Keyboardist and composer Kevin Gastonguay, known for his long-time work with Cory Wong and deep ties to the Minneapolis sound, creates innovative arrangements showcased on his solo albums, including Last Place Dreamer.
Cory Wong — Session Gallery
