Andy Hess Archives
Gov’t Mule with Gregg Allman, Trey Anastasio, Derek Trucks: Soulshine
Relix just shared an epic clip of Gov’t Mule with Gregg Allman, Trey Anastasio, and Derek Trucks performing “Soulshine” at The Jammys in 2002. Gov’t Mule’s bassist Andy Hess was on the set, though the camera operators did their usual thing.
Gov’t Mule Releases Classic New Year’s Concert with Reggae Legend
Gov’t Mule is celebrating its 20th anniversary with some archival releases, including the live Dub Side of the Mule, recorded on New Year’s Eve 2006 at The Beacon Theatre in New York City. The album features three hours of music, including a 45-minute reggae set from Toots Hibbert of Toots & the Maytals. It’s also a place to hear the...
John Scofield Releases “Überjam Deux”, Featuring Andy Hess
John Scofield’s Grammy-nominated Überjam came out more than a decade ago. And while the guitarist has since released seven albums of his own, and five albums as a co-leader, the followup to Überjam has been in the works. Überjam Deux is the result of that decade-plus of work. “Certain songs have been evolving over the ten years since Überjam; [guitarist]...
Gov’t Mule with Andy Hess: Mule
This Gov’t Mule clip begins with a solo by Andy Hess, where he makes a groove that just won’t stop and propels audience into a frenzy.
Andy Hess Joins Rhythm Devils for Summer Tour
Former Gov’t Mule bassist Andy Hess will be hitting the road this summer with The Rhythm Devils, featuring Grateful Dead drummers Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann. The band will also showcase Sikiru Adepoju, Davy Knowles, and guitarists Keller Williams and Tim Bluhm, who will trade duties throughout the tour. According to the Rhythm Devils website, the group will “take music...
Gov’t Mule Releases Album Featuring New Bassist
Southern rock jam band Gov’t Mule has released their first new studio album in three years, , which features the latest addition to the group: bassist Jorgen Carlsson. Jorgen, who grew up in Sweden, lives in Los Angeles where he has been a studio owner and musician. He has also formerly played in the band “Low Millions.” Jorgen replaced Andy...
Gov’t Mule names new bass player
Bassist Jorgen Carlsson is joining the band in a permanent role. Carlsson replaces Andy Hess, who played with the band since bassist Allen Woody died in 2000. “We were faced with the daunting task of replacing a one-of-a-kind musician, which I’m sure was intimidating for Andy, who did a wonderful job and brought his own personality into the music,” Gov’t...