Blue Floyd

Blue Floyd was a unique musical project that brought together talented musicians from various notable bands. The group consisted of Allen Woody (guitar) and Matt Abts (drums) from Gov't Mule, Marc Ford (guitar) formerly of the Black Crowes, Barry Oakley Jr. (bass), and Johnny Neel (keys) from the Allman Brothers Band. Formed as a tribute to Pink Floyd, Blue Floyd reinterpreted Pink Floyd's iconic music with a blues twist. The band's lineup was a testament to the versatility and creativity of its members, who came together to create a distinctive sound that blended blues and rock elements. Their live performances were highly regarded, featuring extensive jam sessions and guest appearances by other notable guitarists like Jimmy Herring and Alvin Youngblood Hart.

Blue Floyd's existence was marked by a series of live performances and recordings, including albums like "Live in Alexandria" and other concert recordings from various venues. These releases captured the band's dynamic energy and improvisational spirit, showcasing their ability to transform Pink Floyd's timeless music into something new and exciting.

Genres

Space Rock

Rock

Alternative Rock

Blues

Folk Rock

Psychedelic Rock

Experimental Rock

Progressive Rock

Classic Rock

Southern Rock

Jam Band

Related Artists

Widespread Panic

The Black Crowes

Umphrey's McGee

Gov't Mule

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Pink Floyd

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Tedeschi Trucks Band

Yonder Mountain String Band

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The Disco Biscuits

Joe Bonamassa

Latest Release

Live in Alexandria, Vol. 1

Blue Floyd

Ep - 6 Tracks - Released May 18, 2015