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Trombone Shorty On Mountain Stage

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Trombone Shorty On Mountain Stage

Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews performs music from his album Backatown. His music blends rock, funk, jazz, hip-hop and soul to create a unique sound he's dubbed "supafunkrock."

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Trombone Shorty Stays True to New Orleans

While many musicians love the Crescent City, few choose to stay after they become successful. The New Orleans-raised Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews comes from a long line of brass-band greats, but is quickly coming into his own with a jazz-funk group — and plans to stay.

Trombone Shorty Stays True to New Orleans

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