Taking It Back to the Old School

Genres come and go. Sounds get labeled as “hot” for a minute, then fade. But the music that sticks? That’s the stuff you feel. That’s what we aim for every night with The Why Store jam band style.

We love the freedom of jamming — letting a song take on a life of its own. Sure, we’ve got riffs and melodies we stick to, but the beauty is in stretching out and seeing where the music leads. It’s different every night because every crowd is different.

Each of us brings something unique to the mix. We grew up listening to everything — rock, bluegrass, funk, pop. All those sounds work their way into The Why Store jam band vibe. One night, you might hear a funky groove. The next, we’re leaning into a rock breakdown or letting some bluegrass flavors sneak in.

We stay aware of what’s happening in music today, but we don’t chase trends. We stick to what moves us and what connects with you. That’s what keeps The Why Store live performances feeling fresh while staying true to who we are.

Songs like “It’s Alright” are perfect examples. It’s not the hardest song we play, but it has a groove that lets us stretch out. Some nights, it turns into a 10-minute jam. Other nights, it’s quick and punchy. That’s what we love about The Why Store jam band approach — every version is its own thing.

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