Ron LoCurto (Guitars); Jack Kulp (Fender Jazz Bass); John Bacon Jr. (Drums & Percussion).
Ron has been an active part of the Buffalo music scene, performing in a variety of bands and styles. His dedication to the study, creation and performance of quality music has allowed him to perform with many of Buffalo's top Jazz, Blues and Rock musicians, including the reggae band Strictly Riddim and John Bacon's Jazz Current, as well as international Jazz drummer/composer Bobby Previte. Jeff Miers, of the Buffalo News, described Ron's performance with Previte, as "liquid grace."
"Buffalo native Ron LoCurto grew up on a diet of jazz, classical and rock music and he combines them to great effect on his 2005 CD Pattern Seeking Primates. From complex Zappa-inspired fusion to a more urbane inner city vibe that cuts hard and fast, LoCurto displays some mighty impressive guitar procedures. Supported by Jack Kulp (bass) and John Bacon, Jr. (drums), LoCurto also turns to his rock side on the jazzy, fuzzed out Hendrix styled wah-wah groove of the lead off track “Super Bad.‿ Further comparisons to masters like John McLaughlin and even Satriani are quite valid as LoCurto rips through his fretboard with compelling precision."
– Robert Silverstein, 20th Century Guitar
"Pattern Seeking Primates". Playing a melodic jazz/rock fusion style, LoCurto is surrounded by the solid rhythm section of Jack Kulp on bass and John Bacon Jr. on drums. His guitar playing places more emphasis on hitting the right note and not on the million notes a minute method while his solos tend to be adventurous, sparse and fluid and never of the showboating style of many guitarists. Highlights include "Pentatonic Morning", the reggae-fied "Willow Wisp" and "Coolness."
– Bob Silvestri, BestOfWNY.com
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