Steve Smith & Vital Information

With a career spanning several decades, Steve Smith has become one of the most respected drummers in the world of jazz and rock. He has played with some of the biggest names in the business and has been recognized by his peers and fans alike for his virtuosity and creativity on the drum set. His latest project, the new trio version of Steve Smith and Vital Information, is a testament to his commitment to pushing the boundaries of jazz while staying true to its roots. The band's sound is a blend of bebop swing, funk, and exotic time-signatures inspired by South Indian Carnatic music. Their live shows are a thrilling display of high-level musicianship, collective virtuosic improvisation, and an infectious sense of joy that is impossible to resist. When asked about the band's philosophy, Steve Smith says, "Our music allows for individual expression and re-invention. We want to surprise each other every night on the bandstand with new ideas and in the process keep our audience ‘in the moment’ with us." In addition to his work with Vital Information, Steve Smith also spent three years touring with the legendary rock band Journey, recording nine albums with them and playing to over 1,000,000 fans across North America in 2018 alone. His contributions to the band's massive hits have cemented his place in rock and roll history. Smith's talent has not gone unnoticed, as he has won numerous Modern Drummer Readers Polls and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Recently, Wounded Bird Records released Steve Smith and Vital Information: The Complete Columbia Recordings, a four CD set combining the first four Vital Information albums into one package. Steve Smith's career has been defined by his dedication to his craft, his passion for pushing the boundaries of jazz and rock, and his commitment to creating music that is innovative, exciting, and inspiring. With each new project, he continues to raise the bar for drummers everywhere, and his influence can be heard in the work of countless musicians across genres.