The Woody Russell Trio is a dynamic Austin-based ensemble blending post-punk, alt-electro, and art-blues with a broad studio-to-stage range. Led by guitarist and vocalist Woody Russell, the trio features Dez Desormeaux on drums and Lloyd Gil Wright on keyboards. Known for transcending genres—from folk-influenced acoustic passages to jazz-inflected instrumental explorations—the trio delivers performances with a blues and soul underpinning that anchors wildly creative arrangements.
The live experience
What reaches the room
Based in Austin, Texas, Woody Russell performs 200+ dates a year across the U.S. and Canada, bringing a fearless, live-forward approach to audiences. The project has evolved from solo work into a tight, compelling band format, highlighted by recent releases and high-profile recognition.
The live experience
What reaches the room
Woody Russell Trio’s work sits at the intersection of intimate storytelling and exploratory soundscapes, making each show a journey through melody, rhythm, and atmosphere. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a curious newcomer, secure your seats to experience their wide-ranging setlist and the energy only a live trio can deliver.
The live experience
What reaches the room
Recent milestones include the 2023 EP This Is Son Solitaire and the remastered 2023 Big Sky edition, signaling a shift toward band-focused textures and ensemble interplay beyond Russell’s earlier solo work. Notably, Lifeboat from This Is Son Solitaire was placed on the Official Grammy Ballot for Best Alternative Music Performance (2024/25 reporting), underscoring the project’s critical appeal.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
Past project notes recognize Woody Russell Trio among Austin’s Pure Life Lagrange-era artists, acknowledging the trio as Woody Russell Trio (Woody Russell, Dez Desormeaux, Lloyd Gil Wright). The lineup—guitar/vocals, drums, and keyboard—creates a distinctive palette that spans folk storytelling, bluesy groove, and experimental textures. For venues and cities, the trio brings a reliable, no-fuss booking experience. Follow and connect with the artists for updates, tour announcements, and exclusive news.
Onstage company
Documented collaborators
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The essentials
Quick Facts About Woody Russell Trio
Trio lineup: Woody Russell (guitar/vocals), Dez Desormeaux (drums), Lloyd Gil Wright (keyboard).
Genre: Post-punk/alt-electro/art-blues, with wide stylistic range from folk to jazz-inflected instrumental work. Russell is described as a cross-genre artist with a blues/soul underpinning.
Based in Austin, Texas; Russell performs 200+ dates a year and has toured widely in the U.S. and Canada.
Notable achievement: Lifeboat from This Is Son Solitaire was placed on the Official Grammy Ballot for Best Alternative Music Performance (2024/25 reporting).
2023 EP This Is Son Solitaire and 2023 Big Sky remastered edition mark a recent pivot to band/ensemble formats beyond his earlier solo work.
Past project note: Woody Russell Trio was listed among Austin’s Pure Life Lagrange past artists with the trio credited as Woody Russell Trio (Woody Russell, Dez Desormeaux, Lloyd Gil Wright).
The records
Woody Russell Trio Discography
This Is Son Solitaire
2023 · CUTS Music Group
Big Sky (Remastered Edition)
2023 · Self-released / Bandcamp listing
Carry It Up
2016 · Self-released (Pledge Music campaign)
Delicious Days
2013 · Self-released
Big Sky - Instrumentals/Music for Film (1999 - 2012)