Moe.

Moe., an American jam rock band, originated at the University at Buffalo in 1989. The initial lineup in 1990 included Chuck Garvey, Rob Derhak, and Ray Schwartz, performing under the name “Five Guys Named Moe.” After several personnel changes and a brief period as “Haggis,” the band adopted the name “Moe” and then “moe.” by early 1992. Guitarist Al Schnier joined full-time, contributing to their distinct sound.

The band released their first record, “Fatboy,” in 1992, which helped them gain recognition within the growing 1990s jam band scene. Throughout the 1990s, the lineup evolved, with Vinnie Amico joining on drums in 1996 and Jim Loughlin returning in 1999 on percussion. This solidified their long-standing quintet formation. Moe. transitioned from independent releases to a deal with Sony/550 Music, releasing “No Doy” in 1996 and “Tin Cans And Car Tires” in 1998. After leaving Sony in 2000, they revived their own Fatboy Records label for subsequent studio and live albums.

Moe. has maintained a consistent presence in the music festival circuit, including multiple appearances at Bonnaroo and their self-hosted events like moe.down and snoe.down. Their commitment to live performance is evident in their “Warts & All” series of live recordings. Even amidst health challenges faced by band members, such as Rob Derhak’s battle with oropharyngeal cancer and Chuck Garvey’s stroke, the band has demonstrated resilience, returning to touring and releasing new music, including their 14th studio album, “Circle of Giants,” in 2025.