Widespread Panic has been together for 30 years. The band was formed by original members vocalist/guitarist John “JB” Bell, bassist Dave Schools, and late guitarist Michael Houser. They lived together in a suburban house in Athens, GA, where they met as students not far from the University of Georgia campus. The original line-up was later joined by drummer Todd Nance, percussionist Domingo “Sunny” Ortiz, and keyboard player John “JoJo” Hermann. The band’s current line-up was solidified with the addition of Jimmy Herring on guitar in 2006 and Duane Trucks on drums in 2016.
Over three decades have passed since the formation of their original line-up in 1986. Widespread Panic continues to strive to be the best band they can be every single night for their loyal fan base. Throughout their journey, the band has achieved remarkable success, including the release of 12 studio albums, such as Street Dogs, and 43 live albums. Their music has resonated with fans worldwide, resulting in the sale of over 3 million copies and establishing them as one of the most successful touring acts in the music industry. Widespread Panic’s presence is highlighted by breaking attendance records at prominent venues nationwide, notably achieving 61 sold-out shows at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado.