Sol'Jibe

Blending American roots, world beat, and Latin rhythms into an inspired sound that has been dubbed "world rock for the gypsy soul,? Sol'Jibe creates a high-energy performance that gives its audiences an irresistible desire to dance. Their eclectic sound draws from extensive travels to Spain, Cuba, and Central America where they studied folkloric rhythms and culture. Sol'Jibe has been honored to provide musical support for such acts as Michael Franti, Robert Randolph, and Steel Pulse, while independently staging upwards of 200 festivals and shows yearly across the United States...

Sol'Jibe has been honored to provide musical support for such acts as Michael Franti, Robert Randolph, and Steel Pulse, while independently staging upwards of 200 festivals and shows yearly across the United States, Mexico, Canada and Cuba. ?Sol'Jibe proved itself one of the hardest working and most delightful new finds...winning new fans every time [they] played.? (Honest Tune: The American Journal of Jam & Roots.) The group also strongly believes in musical education and has provided clinics and performances throughout the western United States to all age groups and demographics since 2005.

Sol'Jibe's high-energy percussive sound and musical innovation was inspired by a trip to Spain in 2002 where classically-trained violinist Tim Snider had a clear vision of fusing diverse styles of music. His open approach to writing and arranging drove him to choose these diverse and exceptional musicians from the acclaimed Jazz Department at the University of Nevada, Reno in pursuit of his goal: saxophonist James Hoover, keyboardist J. Cowell, percussionist/guitarist Justin Kruger, bassist Fernando Flores, and drummer Caleb Dolister.

A solid grass roots following and consistent touring have provided the foundation for Sol'Jibe to gain national momentum and international recognition. With the upcoming release of their fourth album, it is apparent that Sol'Jibe is not only maintaining their initial spark of inspiration and drive but are further pushing the boundaries of independent music and fusion.