Vida Blue
Electrifying jam supergroup formed by Phish keyboardist Page McConnell with Allman Brothers bassist Oteil Burbridge and Funky Meters drummer Russell Batiste Jr.
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⏳ Past Members (3)
Page McConnell
Keyboards, Vocals
Oteil Burbridge
Bass
Russell Batiste Jr.
Drums
📜 Archival Liner Notes & Thank-Yous
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The Historical Lineage of Vida Blue
Vida Blue emerged out of New Orleans, Louisiana, United States between 2001 and 2019, contributing distinctive energy to the Electronic Rock and Funk landscape. Anchored by personnel including Page McConnell, Oteil Burbridge, Russell Batiste Jr., the band forms vital family tree connections across the scene, notably through Page McConnell (also of Phish), Oteil Burbridge (also of The Allman Brothers Band and Dead & Company), Russell Batiste Jr. (also of The Funky Meters). Their recorded output is documented across catalog releases on Elektra Records, acting as a tangible historical bridge in the independent music ecosystem.
Archival Entry Points & Significance
To explore Vida Blue's place in the knowledge graph, begin by examining their personnel roster and shared scene bridges. Immediate lineage hops connect directly to Phish (Past shared member Page McConnell), The Allman Brothers Band (Past shared member Oteil Burbridge), Dead & Company (Past shared member Oteil Burbridge). Use the interactive Bridge Finder below to calculate the shortest path between Vida Blue and other scene originators.
Where to Dig Next From Vida Blue
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Virtuoso Weirdness: Primus, Phish & The Police Collide in Oysterhead
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