Gov't Mule has been synonymous with the jam band scene since it began. Their sound is a meld of bluesy, hard rock riffing and songwriting, and virtuosic improvisation. Originally a power trio comprised of guitarist Warren Haynes, bassist Allen Woody (both formerly of the Allman Brothers Band), and drummer Matt Abts, the band recruited all-star guests for live performances after Woody's death in 2000. Keyboardist Danny Louis joined in 2002 and bassist Jorgen Carlson became permanent in 2009. The band has also released charting collaborative sets with jazz-funk guitarist John Sc...