Jester has been active in the Fort Collins music scene for years, but lately he’s been trying something new. Last year, a chance meeting during a solo gig at Purpose Brewing set the stage for a new, shape-shifting musical community project.

Work colleague Jacob Mills showed and made the leap from audience to performer, sitting in on bass for the evening, playing original songs he’d never heard before. Over time, Rob Price (guitar), Simon Cabrera (percussion), and Chris Ingham (sax) have joined in regularly, along with a number other occasional guests. And the Eclectic Pickup was born!

It’s a jam, but this isn’t your typical jam band. While the music is rooted in rock, blues, and funk, the shows are a jazz-like experience. The songs, whether original or covers, are always fresh reinterpretations, depending on the players and the chemistry that session. Visit Eclectic Pickup to see more about the  band.