Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey (or JFJO or The Fred) is a USA jazz group started in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1994. The band's lineup has changed multiple times over the years. The group first formed under the moniker "Pimp Cocktail" with founding member Brian Haas as well as Sean Layton, Dove McHargue, Matt Leland, & Kyle Wright. The band then was called the "Sphere Jazz Quartet" and then eventually the name that would stick, Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey. JFJO's current lineup consists of Brian Haas on piano, Chris Combs on lap steel, Jeff Harshbarger on upright bass and Josh Raymer on drums.
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