Article Contributed by Mike
Published on 2026-03-28
Photo: Courtesy of The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown
Something big, funky, and gloriously collaborative is brewing once again. The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown, the genre-defying collective known for bringing together musicians from across the musical spectrum, has announced that a new LP is currently in the works, with fresh music set to roll out in the coming months ahead of a full release later this year.
Marking the eighth release from the ever-evolving project, the upcoming LP promises another deep dive into the spontaneous, chemistry-driven spirit that has defined The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown since its inception. Rather than operating as a traditional band, the collective thrives on the magic of collaboration—channeling the energy of live jam sessions into the studio to create something raw, unpredictable, and alive.
This latest chapter features an impressive and eclectic lineup of contributors, including Angelo Moore (Fishbone), Stephen Perkins (Jane’s Addiction), Jack Irons (Red Hot Chili Peppers/Pearl Jam), Lee Oskar (War), Ryan Martinie (Mudvayne), Tim Stewart & Tosh the Drummer (Lady Gaga), and Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), along with musicians connected to Toto, Mother’s Finest, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Umphrey’s McGee, Sexual Chocolate, and Suicidal Tendencies, among many others.
The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown is the brainchild of bassist and producer John Heintz, whose original vision was to capture the spontaneous chemistry of jam sessions and extend it beyond the stage into the recording studio. Heintz believed the same magic that occurs when musicians improvise together live could be harnessed in studio settings to create extraordinary collaborative recordings. That philosophy gave rise to a project that now includes hundreds of artists spanning genres, generations, and geographic boundaries.
Most recently, The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown Volume 3 arrived in 2025 to strong critical praise. Spill Magazine noted, “The musicality across the album, paired with sharp songwriting and impressive solos is exceptional, with each song serving as a testament to the countless artists involved in bringing this record to life.”
A true DIY success story in a major-label world, The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown continues to stand as a living example of the boundless possibilities of collaboration—uniting artists from across eras and styles in celebration of music’s shared language.
With new music on the horizon and another ambitious release taking shape, The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown is once again inviting listeners into its ever-expanding universe—one where groove, experimentation, and community collide.
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