JT Bates Grain Trio

“one of the Twin Cities’ busiest, most versatile and in-demand drummers” – MinnPost

Grain trio was formed in 2015 by drummer JT Bates and his deep love of the classic jazz organ trio vibe. Joined by Kevin Gastonguay on B3 organ and guitarist Zacc Harris, Grain Trio delivers shuffles, grooves, random cover songs, weird old melodies and that cell-realigning sound of Hammond organ, drums, and guitar.

JT Bates is steeped in the diverse and rich music scene in Minneapolis, MN. He got started playing in his father’s big band alongside his two brothers. Along with being very active and sought after in Minneapolis, music has also taken him to many parts of the globe. He has performed and/or recorded with the following bands: Taylor Swift, Justin Vernon, Fat Kid Wednesdays, Andrew Bird, Bonny Light Horseman, Beth Orton, The Pines, Face Candy (featuring Eyedea), Anais Mitchell, and many others.

JT Bates – drums
Kevin Gastonguay – B3 organ
Zacc Harris – guitar

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