Artist BioFor over three decades, The Greyboy Allstars have been a cornerstone of American groove music—merging jazz, soul, and funk with the swagger of hip-hop and the improvisational freedom of the avant-garde. Since their early days in the 1990s San Diego scene, the Allstars have created a sound all their own: West Coast Boogaloo, named after their landmark debut album with funk icon Fred Wesley. That record, West Coast Boogaloo (1994), was a defi ning statement—deep, danceable, and drenched in soul—and helped spark the West Coast’s acid jazz and funk revival. Their follow-up, A Town Called Earth, expanded the band’s scope, layering cosmic jazz infl uences and cinematic textures onto their already formidable funk foundation. Both albums remain touchstones of modern groove music—sampled, revered, and referenced by DJs, beatmakers, and next-generation jazz artists the world over. Yet The Greyboy Allstars have never been content to rest on legacy. In an era where jazz is being redefi ned by young innovators across London, New York, and Los Angeles, the Allstars remain essential listening—a band that helped build the house and is still remodeling it from the inside. Their latest release, Grab Bag: 2007–2023, is a powerful reminder that this group is not only active, but also evolving. A compilation of previously unreleased tracks, deep cuts, and left-fi eld gems recorded over the past 15 years, Grab Bag is both a treasure trove for longtime fans and a perfect entry point for new listeners. From tight rhythm workouts to spacey organ-fueled explorations, the album proves that the band is as inspired and locked-in as ever—still funky, still fearless, and still pushing boundaries. Each member of The Greyboy Allstars brings a distinct voice and towering resume, yet together they form a rare musical ecosystem built on trust, taste, and telepathy. Saxophonist and fl utist Karl Denson is a relentless creative force whose fi ery playing blends the soul-jazz tradition of Sonny
