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Vida Blue brings a dynamic blend of jazz fusion, funk, and electronica, anchored by a groove-forward, synth-led sound. Formed in 2001 by Page McConnell of Phish, Oteil Burbridge, and Russell Batiste, with Adam Zimmon joining for the 2019 reunion, the project has produced a trio of studio albums and a reputation for collaborative live performances. While the passing of drummer Russell Batiste Jr. in 2023 affected ongoing plans, Vida Blue remains a notable act for fans of adventurous, groove-centric music. Below you’ll find a concise biography, highlights from their discography, and information on upcoming tour dates. We’ve got you covered for tickets in the city, with straightforward purchasing and no-fuss delivery.

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Formation: 2001 by Page McConnell (Phish), Oteil Burbridge, and Russell Batiste. Adam Zimmon joined for the 2019 reunion.
Genres: Jazz fusion, funk, electronica with a live, groove-driven approach.
Studio albums (latest first): Crossing Lines (2019, digitally released Sept 20, 2019; lead single “Analog Delay”), The Illustrated Band (2003, Sanctuary Records), Vida Blue (2002, Elektra Records).
2023 update: Drummer Russell Batiste Jr. passed away on Sept 30, 2023, impacting future Vida Blue activity and touring plans.

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Formation in 2001 by Page McConnell (Phish), Oteil Burbridge, and Russell Batiste; Adam Zimmon joined for the 2019 reunion.
Genres: jazz fusion, funk, electronica; known for a groove-driven, synth-led sound with live collaborations (e.g., Spam Allstars).
Studio albums (most recent first): Crossing Lines (2019, ATO Records); The Illustrated Band (2003, Sanctuary Records); Vida Blue (2002, Elektra Records).
First Vida Blue album released June 25, 2002; second album The Illustrated Band released Oct 14, 2003; Crossing Lines released digitally Sept 20, 2019.
Analog Delay was released as the lead single for Crossing Lines (2019); the band announced a brief three-date rollout around the album in 2019.
Drummer Russell Batiste Jr. died September 30, 2023; his passing affected planned future Vida Blue activity.

The records

Vida Blue Discography

Crossing Lines
2019 · ATO Records
The Illustrated Band
2003 · Sanctuary Records
Vida Blue
2002 · Elektra Records

The hits

Top Vida Blue Songs

Analog Delay
2019 · Did not chart

Biography and music info:

Formation: 2001 by Page McConnell (Phish), Oteil Burbridge, and Russell Batiste. Adam Zimmon joined for the 2019 reunion.
Genres: Jazz fusion, funk, electronica with a live, groove-driven approach.
Studio albums (latest first): Crossing Lines (2019, digitally released Sept 20, 2019; lead single “Analog Delay”), The Illustrated Band (2003, Sanctuary Records), Vida Blue (2002, Elektra Records).
2023 update: Drummer Russell Batiste Jr. passed away on Sept 30, 2023, impacting future Vida Blue activity and touring plans.

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