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United States Jim Beard and Jon Herington, veterans of the iconic band Steely Dan, have established themselves as prominent figures in the jazz and rock scenes through extensive touring, recording, and collaborative projects.
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Request A ShowJim Beard and Jon Herington have been integral members of Steely Dan's touring band for many years, with Herington joining in 1999 and Beard in 2009. They toured extensively with the band, contributing to its live performances across various international tours.
The two musicians have performed together with notable artists like Michael and Randy Brecker.
Jim Beard and Jon Herington performed together with saxophonist Bill Evans in his band, playing gigs at venues like Fat Tuesday's in New York City and opening for Miles Davis in various locations.
Jim Beard and Jon Herington have performed together with saxophonist Bob Berg.
Both musicians have impressive collaboration pedigrees, working with figures such as Wayne Shorter.
Jim Beard has collaborated with John Scofield, and Herington notes Scofield as a musician who maintained a strong presence in the jazz endeavor.
Jon Herington has been a touring musician with Madeleine Peyroux.
Jim Beard has produced a new record with Mike Stern, focusing on live, in-room recording.
Jim Beard based a project around the music from his album 'Revolutions' with the Metropole Orkest, rehearsing and conducting them for a concert.
Jim Beard (1960-2024), a keyboardist and producer, and Jon Herington (born 1957), a guitarist, have built notable careers in music, often collaborating and sharing the stage. Beard, who studied at Indiana University, and Herington, who attended Rutgers, found their professional paths converging early on. Their musical journey together deeply intertwined with Steely Dan, a relationship that began with Herington joining in 1999 and Beard in 2009. This long-standing association saw them contribute to the band’s touring sound for many years, with Herington marking 17 years and Beard 9 years by 2017. Their work with Steely Dan involved extensive international tours, performing across North America and Europe, and contributing to the band’s live sound.
Beyond their collective work with Steely Dan, both musicians maintained independent careers characterized by diverse collaborations and solo projects. Jim Beard was known for his work as a solo recording artist, producer, and guest musician with various groups in Europe. He produced new records and engaged in projects with artists such as John Scofield and Mike Stern. Tragically, Jim Beard passed away in March 2024. Jon Herington, a solo artist in his own right, released instrumental and vocal-oriented rock projects, including ‘The Complete Rhyming Dictionary’ and ‘Like So.’ He also toured with Madeleine Peyroux, further demonstrating his versatility across jazz, rock, and pop genres. Their shared studio, “The Cave,” also served as a hub for their projects.
In 2017, Beard and Herington embarked on their first duo tour, showcasing their collective chemistry developed over decades of friendship and musical partnership. This collaborative endeavor explored material from their respective solo albums and interpretations of pop and jazz tunes. Their careers highlight a commitment to musical exploration, composition, and performance, with a steadfast presence in the contemporary music landscape, enriching the work of major artists while cultivating their individual artistic identities.
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