Col Bruce Hampton’s bands have featured quite a few all-star guitarists over the years, from Derek Trucks to Jimmy Herring and Bobby Lee Rodgers. The latest former Hampton guitarist to move onto a new band is Nick Johnson. The guitarist has officially joined the Atlanta, GA band Lingo. In addition to his role as lead guitarist in Col. Bruce Hampton’s band over the past year, Johnson has also performed in The Last Waltz Ensemble and the Yonrico Scott Band. Lingo has also added new drummer Greg Perry to its lineup. Perry toured with Captain Soularcat and The Soundmen. The musicians join remaining members Alex Tramble, Justin Tramble and Tony Giordano. The reconfigured lineup will take the stage at Atlanta, GA’s Peachtree Tavern on March 16.