Chris Robinson Brotherhood confirmed today that Tony Leone has joined the band on drums. His first performance will come at the Sunshine Music & Blues Festival in Florida followed by a 14-date tour in February. Leone’s arrival follows the departure of the band’s original drummer, George Sluppick.
The New York-based Leone began working in the jazz world with credits to his name such as Illinois Jacquet, Lou Donaldson and Jon Hendricks. He co-founded Ollabelle with Amy Helm and also became a staple in Levon Helm’s Midnight Ramble sessions in Woodstock, NY.
CRB’s tour kicks off January 17 in St. Petersburg, FL. Consult the full tour schedule here.
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