WEBVTT 00:00:23.329 --> 00:00:26.210 Welcome back to Shecky's Jam Bands, the show 00:00:26.210 --> 00:00:29.429 where we dive deep into the best bands, pushing 00:00:29.429 --> 00:00:32.609 improvisation energy and genre -bending creativity. 00:00:33.369 --> 00:00:35.729 Today we're talking about a powerhouse of progressive 00:00:35.729 --> 00:00:38.549 rock fusion that's been taking the jam scene 00:00:38.549 --> 00:00:42.770 by storm, and they're called Talk. Talk is spelled 00:00:42.770 --> 00:00:46.429 T -A -U -K. Talk hails from Oyster Bay, New York, 00:00:46.450 --> 00:00:48.909 right on Long Island. The core member is Matt 00:00:48.909 --> 00:00:52.289 Jalbert on guitar, A .C. Carter on keyboards, 00:00:52.649 --> 00:00:56.170 Charlie Dolan on bass and Isaac Teal on drums 00:00:56.170 --> 00:00:59.710 came together with a shared love of blending 00:00:59.710 --> 00:01:03.530 progressive rock, jazz funk and electronic sounds 00:01:03.530 --> 00:01:07.030 into something entirely their own. The band originally 00:01:07.030 --> 00:01:09.250 started as a group of friends playing music in 00:01:09.250 --> 00:01:12.390 high school. After cycling through different 00:01:12.390 --> 00:01:15.370 lineups and names, they officially became Talk 00:01:15.370 --> 00:01:19.750 in the late 2000s and began carving out their 00:01:19.750 --> 00:01:24.099 spot on a national jam circuit. Now, let's talk 00:01:24.099 --> 00:01:26.260 about how they got their name. The name Talk 00:01:26.260 --> 00:01:29.680 comes from Montauk, the easternmost point of 00:01:29.680 --> 00:01:32.540 Long Island, where the band would retreat for 00:01:32.540 --> 00:01:35.079 inspiration and jamming. They shortened this 00:01:35.079 --> 00:01:39.379 to Talk to keep it punchy and memorable. A simple 00:01:39.379 --> 00:01:42.819 word that's now become synonymous with instrumental, 00:01:43.260 --> 00:01:47.420 groove -heavy, exploratory jams. Key songs to 00:01:47.420 --> 00:01:49.980 listen to. If you're new to Talk, here are a 00:01:49.980 --> 00:01:52.819 few tracks that showcase their sound. Number 00:01:52.819 --> 00:01:56.980 one is Friction, a perfect introduction of their 00:01:56.980 --> 00:02:00.280 blend of rock and funk with soaring guitar riffs 00:02:00.280 --> 00:02:04.260 and layered synths that pull you into their world. 00:02:04.719 --> 00:02:08.219 Secondly, Mind Shift, which is dark, spacey, 00:02:08.479 --> 00:02:11.139 and groove -oriented. This song shows their more 00:02:11.139 --> 00:02:14.120 experimental side. Third one you should check 00:02:14.120 --> 00:02:18.139 out is called Afrotonic, a funky, high -energy 00:02:18.139 --> 00:02:20.969 tune that gets crowds moving. and highlights 00:02:20.969 --> 00:02:24.870 their rhythm section. Last but not least is collateral. 00:02:25.289 --> 00:02:28.810 This showcases their cinematic side with dynamic 00:02:28.810 --> 00:02:32.110 buildups and explosive payoffs. Each of these 00:02:32.110 --> 00:02:34.750 tracks feels like a journey, pulling listeners 00:02:34.750 --> 00:02:38.629 through the peaks, valleys, and unexpected twists. 00:02:39.530 --> 00:02:41.750 Some of their unforgettable jams. Well, this 00:02:41.750 --> 00:02:44.930 is really where talk shines when they're live. 00:02:45.310 --> 00:02:48.229 Their concerts are laboratories of sound. Each 00:02:48.229 --> 00:02:51.000 performance unique. Some of their most unforgettable 00:02:51.000 --> 00:02:55.159 jams include In the Basement. This song is a 00:02:55.159 --> 00:02:58.319 launching pad for improvisation, often stretched 00:02:58.319 --> 00:03:02.439 into 15 or more minutes of tight funk grooves, 00:03:03.099 --> 00:03:06.620 exploratory synth passages, and Isaac Teal's 00:03:06.620 --> 00:03:10.280 thunderous drumming leading the charge. The second 00:03:10.280 --> 00:03:13.060 jam you should check out is called When in Doubt. 00:03:13.240 --> 00:03:16.580 They'll push this song into deep, hypnotic territories 00:03:16.939 --> 00:03:19.719 with spacey soundscapes that feel like you're 00:03:19.719 --> 00:03:23.219 floating in orbit before snapping back into a 00:03:23.219 --> 00:03:26.560 razor -sharp groove. Talk is known for killer 00:03:26.560 --> 00:03:30.199 instrumental covers, Think the Beatles, I Want 00:03:30.199 --> 00:03:34.879 You, She's So Heavy, or Nirvana's In Bloom. They 00:03:34.879 --> 00:03:37.840 reimagine them with complex layers, giving classics 00:03:37.840 --> 00:03:41.020 a whole new dimension. Also, you should check 00:03:41.020 --> 00:03:43.979 them out at Festival Jams. They play sets at 00:03:43.979 --> 00:03:48.199 Peach Fest, Electronic Forest often showcases 00:03:48.199 --> 00:03:51.939 Talk's ability to read the crowd, dropping into 00:03:51.939 --> 00:03:55.439 funk -driven breakdowns and then ramping up into 00:03:55.439 --> 00:03:59.639 high -energy prog -rock climaxes that leave fans 00:03:59.639 --> 00:04:02.240 stunned. What makes their gems unforgettable 00:04:02.240 --> 00:04:05.240 is not just the technical mastery, but the way 00:04:05.240 --> 00:04:08.580 they balance structure with exploration. Always 00:04:08.580 --> 00:04:12.620 groovy, never aimless. Here are some interesting 00:04:12.620 --> 00:04:16.500 and unique facts about Talk. Talk is almost entirely 00:04:16.500 --> 00:04:19.220 instrumental, which sets them apart from many 00:04:19.220 --> 00:04:22.759 jam bands. The lack of vocals opens up limitless 00:04:22.759 --> 00:04:25.779 space for improvisation and lets fans immerse 00:04:25.779 --> 00:04:29.620 themselves fully in the soundscape. Secondly, 00:04:29.779 --> 00:04:32.879 their fan base is called Stalkers. They've built 00:04:32.879 --> 00:04:35.620 a loyal following through relentless touring. 00:04:35.959 --> 00:04:38.160 They've opened up for heavyweights like Umphrey 00:04:38.160 --> 00:04:41.360 McGee, Lettuce, and the string cheese incident, 00:04:41.720 --> 00:04:44.259 and they're often praised for winning over crowds. 00:04:44.519 --> 00:04:47.480 with their explosive energy. The band has also 00:04:47.480 --> 00:04:50.860 collaborated with Talking McGee, a Masha project 00:04:50.860 --> 00:04:53.459 with members of Unfreeze McGee, which has become 00:04:53.459 --> 00:04:56.800 a fan favorite live experience. So if you're 00:04:56.800 --> 00:04:59.839 looking for a jam band that blends funk, prog, 00:04:59.899 --> 00:05:03.379 jazz, and rock into one wild instrumental ride, 00:05:04.040 --> 00:05:06.399 Talk is absolutely worth diving into. Whether 00:05:06.399 --> 00:05:09.500 it's on record or in a live setting, they can 00:05:09.500 --> 00:05:12.399 keep pushing the boundaries and creating unforgettable 00:05:12.399 --> 00:05:15.610 music journeys. That's it for this episode of 00:05:15.610 --> 00:05:18.670 Shecky's Jam Bands. Don't forget to subscribe 00:05:18.670 --> 00:05:22.189 and stay tuned for more deep dives into the jam 00:05:22.189 --> 00:05:25.370 scene's most exciting acts. Until next time, 00:05:25.730 --> 00:05:27.170 keep on groovin'.