SBAcoustic Presents John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band

J2B2 is an all-star bluegrass supergroup featuring the legendary, award-winning musicians – John Jorgenson on acoustic guitar, mandolin and vocals; and Herb Pedersen on banjo, acoustic guitar and vocals. Additionally, Mark Fain on bass and Patrick Sauber on acoustic guitar and vocals frequently join in, as well as other rotating members.

They deliver bluegrass like no one has ever heard it before and form a union of impeccable musicianship, incomparable songwriting, incredible harmony vocals (a fresh twist combining bluegrass with elements of West Coast folk rock) and seasoned showmanship. This is the “high lonesome sound” of American roots music at its finest; the band’s undeniable live shows have received stellar reviews and have the bluegrass world buzzing.

Jorgenson and Pedersen were founders (with Chris Hillman) of the formative country rock group Desert Rose Band. Jorgenson went on to found the Hellecasters and toured with Elton John’s band for six years. Jorgenson won a Grammy for Best Country Instrumental with Brad Paisley and was nominated for Best Bluegrass Album with Earl Scruggs.

Herb Pedersen was a member of legendary bluegrass band The Dillards as well as bluegrass super-group Old and In the Way. A sought-after singer and musician, he has worked with such music legends as Chris Hillman, Earl Scruggs, Gram Parsons, Emmylou Harris, Tony Rice, Dan Fogelberg, Stephen Stills, Linda Ronstadt, Kris Kristofferson, John Prine, Jackson Browne and John Denver.

J2B2 has created quite a buzz, and The International Bluegrass Music Association is among the many giving the newly formed band’s live performance high marks.

“There was warmth, and storytelling, and lots of laughter as this fresh band of legends made their debut…but with their expertise combined, you would think they had been playing in this configuration for years.” IBMA

“Expect fireworks and amazing playing from some of the best string players in the world.” Yes! Weekly