Live performances or studio recordings?
Playing live, definitely. To be able to bring audiences to a different level every time, building on their reactions and emotions. Nothing beats that.
Old school or new school jazz?
None of it—I simply see myself as someone who plays music.
Who are your influences?
James Brown, Lenny Kravitz, Michael Jackson, Jay-Z… the list goes on. I’m all over the place.
You’ve been traveling a lot lately. What was your best gig recently?
I was in the recording studio with the legendary Maceo Parker during Thanksgiving, and it was amazing.
What inspires you?
Life. It changes every day and I take in all the experiences and conversations I’ve had with different people.
Expectations for Rock & Roots?
To be able to build relationships with the audience.
Trombone Shorty performs at Timbre Rock & Roots on March 31 at the Marina Promenade.
