Jiggle the Handle
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Jiggle the Handle is a New England-based jam and rock band led by guitarist and front man Gary Backstrom, who is often considered "one of the most underrated, fluid, and melodic players in the Northeast". [1] [1]
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[edit] History
The group began in 1989 as All You Can Eat, changing the name to Jiggle the Handle shortly thereafter. A number of players came and went before the roster was solidified in 1998: Chris Q on bass, drummer Greg Vasso from Max Creek, and Paulie Wolstencroft from Planet Be on keys and vocals. A few years later, Michael Pujato was added to the roster as a percussionist.[2]
Although the group never achieved widespread fame, they have a particularly devout following in the Boston jam band scene. Jiggle is known for its affinity for improvisation and harmonic lyrics.[3]
After three releases and numerous national tours over the years, the band decided to part ways, playing their last show at the Berkshire Mountain Music Festival in August of 2001.
The band occasionally regroups in Boston for reunion tours, with Backstrom, Vasso, and Wolstencroft. Chris Q and Michael Pujato occasionally join in the reunion. Most recently Jiggle played a reunion revival at Harper's Ferry in Allston, Massachusetts on April 12, 2007.
[edit] Discography
- Mrs. White's Party (1997)
- In it Again (1999)
- Live at the Stone Coast (2000)
