Uncle Sammy

Through their fusion of Steely Dan-influenced pop and schooled jamming, Uncle Sammy continues the work of early jam bands like God Street Wine. While most of their material is strictly instrumental, there is a distinct melodic sensibility to it that comes along with the possibility of experimentation. The band was formed in 1997 by four students of Boston's prestigious Berklee School of Music, including guitarist Max Delaney, drummer Tom Arey, keyboardist Walter "Beau" Sasser, and bassist and principal songwriter Brian O'Connell. Part of the fourth generation of jam bands, Un...