Leftover Salmon
Inventors of "Polyethnic Cajun Slamgrass" uniting bluegrass, zydeco, and rock, founded by Vince Herman and Drew Emmitt alongside late banjo innovator Mark Vann.
👥 Personnel & Lineage (5)
Tap any band to hopVince Herman
Acoustic Guitar, Washboard, Vocals
Drew Emmitt
Mandolin, Fiddle, Guitar, Vocals
Andy Thorn
Banjo, Vocals
Greg Garrison
Bass, Vocals
Alwyn Robinson
Drums
⏳ Past Members (1)
Mark Vann
Banjo
📜 Archival Liner Notes & Thank-Yous
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The Historical Lineage of Leftover Salmon
Leftover Salmon emerged out of Boulder, Colorado, United States starting in 1989, contributing distinctive energy to the Polyethnic Cajun Slamgrass and Jamgrass landscape. Anchored by personnel including Vince Herman, Drew Emmitt, Andy Thorn, Greg Garrison, Their recorded output is documented across catalog releases on Hollywood Records and Compass Records, acting as a tangible historical bridge in the independent music ecosystem.
Archival Entry Points & Significance
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