Joe Craven Collaborates At Suwannee Springfest

Joe Craven with one of the many improvised instruments he plays

One of the coolest musicians working today is the ebullient Joe Craven, a master of percussion and string and all things musical. He is a musical teacher, a spirit messenger, a kick-ass improvisor, a soulful composer and thoughtful collaborator. A fixture on California roots and psychedelic scene back in the day, he played with Jerry Garcia, mandolin master David Grisman,  and many many others.

At Suwannee Springfest this week, (Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park in Live Oak, Florida, tickets here,) Joe is part of Mamajowali, a three-piece roots band with Mamadou Sidibe and Walter Strauss. They sound awesome in this clip. Mamajowali plays Saturday at 2:30 on the Meadow Stage and Sunday at 11:45 on the porch stage.