Vince Herman | Salmon and Solos

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11/22/22 • 70 min

Many would know Vince Herman as the guitarist and primary lead vocalist and songwriter of the renowned jam band, Leftover Salmon. Herman has been playing professionally since the late 80’s and, Leftover Salmon aside, also formed and played in ever-evolving project group Great American Taxi. Between the two bands, Herman has recorded over 10 albums and has toured the world over, whilst simultaneously developing his festival guru persona.

Sometime in 2021, Vince Herman moved from Colorado to Nashville, TN where he took on a totally new project... himself.

Partnering with renowned producer Dave Ferguson, as well as a myriad of friends and session players- Herman embarked on his first ever solo album. Released November 18, 2022- “Enjoy the Ride” explores the nuances and roots of country and Americana music as Herman has known and experienced it through his life. Everything from cajun influences to bluegrass picking can be found, but it is undoubtedly all Vince Herman. Once and for all.

So join us today as our host, Robert Earl Keen goes song by song with Vince Herman. Exploring the parts that make up a musical life and identity.

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Sometime in 2021, Vince Herman moved from Colorado to Nashville, TN where he took on a totally new project... himself.

So join us today as our host, Robert Earl Keen goes song by song with Vince Herman. Exploring the parts that make up a musical life and identity.

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And I could go on about this, but fortunately on this episode you can hear it straight from the quarter horse’s mouth.

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