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BT ALC Big Band emerged in 2011 from the Boston area, led by trombonist Brian Thomas (BT) and trumpeter Alex Lee-Clark. Known for their Big Band Funk: a fearless blend of the big band tradition—think Ellington and Basie—with funk, soul, Afrobeat, and hip-hop grooves. Over the years, the group has built a distinctive sound that honors jazz legacy while pushing it forward with high-energy charts and tight ensemble playing. This page brings you up to date with their biography, discography, and upcoming tour information, so you can secure your seats with confidence.

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BT ALC Big Band continues to tour and release music that reflects their Boston roots and global influences. For fans in the area, recent residencies and collaborations highlight their live prowess and creative collaborations, including a 2023–24 residency at Sally O’Brien’s in Somerville. Stay connected for new releases, live dates, and special projects—like a 2025 live album featuring Fred Wesley. Follow official channels for the latest news and streaming options on Apple Music and iHeart.

The essentials

Quick Facts About BT ALC Big Band

  • Formed in 2011 in the Boston area; core leaders are Brian Thomas (trombone) and Alex Lee-Clark (trumpet).
  • Musical style described as Big Band Funk, blending Ellington/Count Basie tradition with funk, soul, Afrobeat and hip-hop influences.
  • Complete discography (most recent first) includes two 2025 live albums, 2023's Hearing the Truth (Vintage League Music), 2020 releases (Bring Forth Change, The Iguana) and 2019 releases (The Search For Peace, Damn Right I’m Somebody, Africa), plus earlier titles from 2014–2016.
  • Notable 2023–24 achievements include a residency at Sally O’Brien’s (Somerville) and high-profile collaborations on Hearing The Truth; 2025 releases feature a live album with Fred Wesley.
  • Socials and official info: btalc.com; Bandcamp page for BT ALC Big Band; Instagram and Facebook @btalcbigband; streaming on Apple Music and iHeart.

The records

BT ALC Big Band Discography

  • LIVE With Fred Wesley
    2025 · Self-released (Bandcamp)
  • LIVE
    2025 · Self-released (Bandcamp)
  • Hearing The Truth
    2023 · Vintage League Music
  • The Iguana
    2020 · Vintage League Music
  • Bring Forth Change
    2020 · Vintage League Music
  • The Search For Peace
    2019 · Ropeadope
  • Damn Right I'm Somebody
    2019 · Ropeadope
  • Africa
    2019 · Ropeadope
  • The Herd Sessions Vol. 2
    2016 · BT ALC Big Band
  • The Herd Sessions Vol. 1
    2016 · BT ALC Big Band
  • Superhero Dance Party!!!
    2014 · BT ALC Big Band

The hits

Top BT ALC Big Band Songs

  • What Will You Do feat: John Medeski
    2020 · N/A
  • The Iguana feat: Eric Krasno & Karl Denson
    2020 · N/A
  • Bring Forth Change feat: Eric Benny Bloom & Nigel Hall
    2020 · N/A
  • Damn Right I'm Somebody
    2019 · N/A
  • Africa
    2019 · N/A

BT ALC Big Band continues to tour and release music that reflects their Boston roots and global influences. For fans in the area, recent residencies and collaborations highlight their live prowess and creative collaborations, including a 2023–24 residency at Sally O’Brien’s in Somerville. Stay connected for new releases, live dates, and special projects—like a 2025 live album featuring Fred Wesley. Follow official channels for the latest news and streaming options on Apple Music and iHeart.

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