Bad Touch

Loren Stillman: Alto Saxophone
Nate Radley:  Guitar
Gary Versace:  Organ
Ted Poor:  Drums

With their long anticipated debut album Like a Migic Kiss in hand, the adventurous collective known as Bad Touch hits the road this fall.  The band – comprised of alto saxophonist Loren Stillman, guitarist Nate Radley, organist Gary Versace and drummer Ted Poor – represents four of the most sought-after musicians in jazz today.  Originally formed as the Loren Stillman Quartet in 2003, their like-minded unique approach to improvisations and songs has been turning the heads of critics and audiences alike.  Now the band has come together with mutual commitment and friendship to form Bad Touch.  

As side musicians, each have collaborated, recorded and traveled internationally with some of the most established names in jazz; including Bill Frisell, Paul Motian, Cuong Vu, Chris Potter, Ben Monder, Billy Hart, John Scofield, Maria Schneider, John Abercrombie, Al Foster and Charlie Haden.  From these revered bandstands Bad Touch now sets out to nurture their identity as a collective.  Thus, Like a Magic Kiss; a whirlwind of six original compositions showcasing the band’s uncanny ability to shape songs and finesse moods – all while delivering raw, unreserved emotion.