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The Jump Hounds

Biography

The Jump Hounds is a New Orleans–based sextet dedicated to reviving and extending the tradition of mid‑century jump blues and swing‑era rhythm and blues, the high‑energy style that historically bridged big‑band swing and early rock ’n’ roll.[2][3][4] Emerging on the rich New Orleans club and festival circuit, the group built its identity around dance‑focused arrangements, tightly integrated horns, and a repertoire that channels the sound of 1940s–1950s small combos while remaining accessible to contemporary audiences.[2][3][4] Trumpeter and vocalist Adam Arredondo has been cited in regional press as a central member, helping bring the band to venues such as the Abita Opry after being heard at local events like the Abita Springs Busker Festival.[6]

Stylistically, The Jump Hounds emphasize the classic jump‑band lineup: a driving rhythm section supporting prominent horns and vocals in a style rooted in jazz harmony but oriented toward blues forms and backbeat rhythms.[2][3][4] Their sets typically feature material in the idiom of post‑war R&B—sometimes including originals such as the instrumental "Monday Night Jump," led on video by saxophonist Marty Peters—which showcases their focus on period‑authentic phrasing, riffs, and call‑and‑response horn writing.[7] Operating within New Orleans’ historically fertile jazz and R&B scene, the band contributes to the ongoing preservation of jump blues as a living dance music rather than a purely archival style, appearing on local stages and regional events that spotlight traditional and roots‑based American music.[4][5][6]

Fun Facts

  • The band explicitly brands itself around the term "jump," defining its niche as the jazz‑based rhythm and blues that historically bridged swing and rock ’n’ roll.[2][3][4]
  • The Jump Hounds perform as a sextet, a classic jump‑band size that allows for both tight horn voicings and an energetic rhythm section while remaining club‑friendly.[2][3][4]
  • Trumpeter and vocalist Adam Arredondo was recruited for the Abita Opry lineup after the organizer heard him busking at the Abita Springs Busker Festival, which led to The Jump Hounds being featured at the Opry.[6]
  • A live video of their tune "Monday Night Jump" showcases the group performing what is described as a band original, underlining that they compose new material in addition to playing classic‑style jump blues.[7]

Musical Connections

Key Collaborators

  • Adam Arredondo - Trumpeter and vocalist featured as a core band member, helping represent the group in regional roots‑music settings such as the Abita Opry. (Live performances with The Jump Hounds at Abita Opry and regional festivals) [By at least 2022[6]]
  • Marty Peters - Saxophonist who is shown leading the band on the original tune "Monday Night Jump" in a live performance video, highlighting his role as a front‑line soloist and bandleader onstage. ("Monday Night Jump" live performance with The Jump Hounds[7]) [Video published prior to 2025[7]]

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Discography

Albums

Title Release Date Type
Southern Comfort 2024-11-20 Album
Out and About 2021-11-02 Album

Top Tracks

  1. Waxie Maxie (Out and About)
  2. Blue Jeans (Southern Comfort)
  3. Scrollin' (Out and About)
  4. Carrie Mae (Southern Comfort)
  5. Baby I'm Wise (Southern Comfort)
  6. Pass The Buck (Southern Comfort)
  7. Please Send Me Someone To Love (Southern Comfort)
  8. Southern Comfort (Southern Comfort)
  9. Fessin' Up (Southern Comfort)
  10. Her Mind Is Gone (Southern Comfort)

Heard on WWOZ

The Jump Hounds has been played 2 times on WWOZ 90.7 FM, New Orleans' jazz and heritage station.

DateTimeTitleShowSpotify
Dec 16, 202510:27Blue Jeansfrom Southern ComfortTraditional Jazzw/ Leslie Cooper
Dec 16, 202510:26Please Send Me Someone To Lovefrom Southern ComfortTraditional Jazzw/ Leslie Cooper