Red Umber’s jazz style is warm and velvety with a pop-friendly sensibility that swerves into the mainstream. A quartet built around strong musicianship, Dustin Jennings takes a lyrical approach that’s closer to a vocalist than a bebop horn player with melodic hooks instead of dense improvisation. His grooves fit nicely in the pocket blending with
Andy Lemaire’s expressive electric guitar and a gifted rhythm section steered by bassist Keith Taylor and drummer Jeff Wade. The music carries a mix of nostalgia, optimism and light funk that makes it accessible to both jazz audiences and crossover listeners.
Wendy Pearl, Music Writer

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We always enjoy having Red Umber play here. They are incredibly talented musicians who know how to read a room and play to the audience in front of them. They're a band that your customers will ask you to book again. 

Cheers! 

David Ashe 

Fiddlin' Fish Brewing Company 

Winston-Salem, NC 

If you're looking for an instrumental jazz band that brings fun, energy, and exceptional talent to every performance, look no further than Red Umber. Their vibrant rhythms and dynamic improvisations create an unforgettable experience, making them the perfect choice for any event seeking to captivate and entertain audiences with their infectious grooves. Highly recommended!

Amy Cox

Deep South Entertainment

Raleigh, NC