Snarky Puppy on Oct 1, 2024 | UCSB Arts & Lectures

“A barnstorming, groove-centric instrumental act with a rabid fan base and a blithely unplaceable style.” The New York Times

“A quintessential live band.” The New York Times

Are they a jazz orchestra, a funk band or a jam-based collective? With Snarky Puppy, the answer is all of the above. Rousing solos set amidst a deep rolling groove will give the audience plenty to shout about as this powerhouse ensemble shows what has made them a festival favorite worldwide. Known for forging a new path through the thickets of the music industry, Snarky Puppy has earned a reputation as one of the hardest working and most sophisticated proponents of jazz funk. Dueling drummers and a rotating roster of elite soloists keep the funk fires burning whenever these imaginative musicians come to town.