Widespread Panic
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United States
- Born: 1986 in Athens, Georgia, United States
- Active: 1986–present
Biography
Widespread Panic is an American jam band formed in Athens, Georgia, in 1986 by John Bell, Michael Houser, Dave Schools and Todd Nance. With percussionist Domingo Ortiz and, from 1992, keyboardist John Hermann, the band built a vast live following on Southern rock, blues and progressive jamming, from 'Space Wrangler' (1988) through 'Everyday' (1993) and beyond. Guitarist Jimmy Herring has led the guitar chair since 2006, and Duane Trucks has drummed since 2014.
Genres
Widespread Panic Discography
- Space Wrangler (1988) - Album - rated 3.63/5
- Widespread Panic (1991) - Album - rated 3.21/5
- Everyday (1993) - Album - rated 3.38/5
- Light Fuse, Get Away (1998) - Album - rated 3.5/5
- 'Til the Medicine Takes (1999) - Album - rated 3.48/5
- Another Joyous Occasion (2000) - Album - rated 3.57/5
- Don't Tell the Band (2001) - Album - rated 3.45/5
Members
- John Bell - lead vocals, rhythm guitar (1986–present)
- Dave Schools - bass, vocals (1986–present)
- Domingo S. Ortiz - percussion (1986–present)
- John Hermann - keyboards, vocals (1992–present)
- Jimmy Herring - lead guitar (2006–present)
- Duane Trucks - drums (2014–present)
- Michael Houser - lead guitar, vocals (1986–2002)
- Todd Nance - drums, vocals (1986–2014)
- George McConnell - lead guitar, vocals (2002–2006)