3 years, 300+ shows, and two award-winning albums to his credit, New Jersey-based singer/songwriter Quincy Mumford arrives at the release of his third album, “Speak” with a distinctive, polished musical style all his own.

“What I’ve been focusing on lately, both in the studio and on stage,” Quincy explains, “is highlighting the overall groove that has been building in my music since day one.  Whether I’m combining pop, funk, reggae, or surf influences, I want the whole thing to make sense as one recognizable style.  Some of my favorite bands ALO, G.Love, Sublime do that really well.  I’ve been working really hard at it and I think it’s all coming together on this new record.  It’s exciting, upbeat music, and I can’t wait for people to hear it.”

“Speak” opens with “Rally,” a hard-hitting sing-along that features a clean, clear musical arrangement and a motivational message to live life boldly and rally around those you believe in.  Another notable track, “Home,” is Quincy’s most potent tune to date — a patriotic plea to bring our troops back home (“I pledge my allegiance/I still hope for freedom/I believe in a peaceful country.”).

In addition to his evolution in the studio, Quincy and his live band, The Reason Why, are excited to maintain their tireless performance schedule, which has found them sharing the stage with Ryan Montbleau, Debbie Harry, moe., Donovan Frankenreiter, and Zach Deputy, among many others. The band is looking to continue building this live momentum, whether they’re returning to The Gathering of the Vibes or Musikfest, supporting a band on a national tour, letting loose at hometown gigs, or volunteering their time for The Surfrider Foundation, and/or other environmental causes that Quincy and the band hold close to their collective hearts.

Optimistic, charismatic, and undeniably genuine, Quincy’s music possesses the same “feel good” attitude that the young man himself does. When all is said and done, a focused, inspired Quincy Mumford is an artist to watch in 2011.

Quincy Mumford & The Reason Why

Karlee Bloomfield (Asbury Park, NJ) started playing the piano at the age of 5. She began studying classical piano at a young age before moving on to learning the techniques behind popular music. She attended the School of Rock program at age 13 playing piano, bass, and drums. Shortly after, Karlee was accepted into the classical piano program (1 of 4) at a near by performing arts high school. Karlee has shared the stage with national acts such as, George Clinton, Grace Potter and Ween. When Karlee is not playing music, you can find her drawing, painting, or out seeing live music. Some of her favorite bands are ALO, Phish, and Umphrey’s McGee. Her favorite song of Quincy’s to play live is “Sound’s Like Music”. She has been playing with Quincy since 2008 and is currently studying music at Montclair University; double majoring in classical music education and jazz studies.

Brian Gearty and Quincy Mumford have been exploring the realms of music together since they were 10 years old. Brian (Oakhurst, NJ) picked up the bass guitar at the age of 12. He joined his school band and the Count Basie Jazz Orchestra soon after, absorbing any kind of musical knowledge he could. He has a lot of different influences that come mostly from reggae, funk, and hip-hop music. Some of Brian’s favorite musical groups are Snarky Puppy, The Roots, and Ryan Montbleau Band. When Brian is not playing music, he enjoy’s snowboarding, cooking, running, and mountain biking. Brian mentions, “my ideal gig would be where the crowd’s energy creates the band’s energy, that’s when the best shows are put on!”

Travis Lyon (Manasquan, NJ) picked up the guitar at age 14 after asking his father what the strange sounds in Jimi Hendrix’s “Purple Haze” and finding out that those sounds were a guitar. Travis has studied with a diverse group of teachers including Glen Jacobsen, Stephen Bryant, Patrick Karwan, as well as Italian jazz greats Franco Cerri and Riccardo Bianchi. Travis has also taken up other “things with strings” including banjo, bass, and lapsteel. He’s played and recorded with many other artists such as Nicholas James, The Karwan Patrix Band and Lucky Dub. His musical influences include Paul Simon, The Allman Brothers Band, Danny Gatton, Wilco, Jimi Hendrix, John Scofield, and Derek Trucks just to name a few. Travis is currently studying history and music at George Washington University, and has been playing with Quincy since 2009.

Jeff Mann (Marlboro, NJ) has been playing the drums for 16 years, inspired by jazz, funk, hip-hop, metal and reggae. He studied for a year and a half at William Patterson University and went on to graduate with a BA in Music Industry from SUNY Oneonta. Jeff has played in many musical groups through out the years including Frank Zappa Ensembles, Jazz Octet, Funk Ensembles and other groups. Jeff has opened for international acts such as, Xavier Rudd, G. Love and Special Sauce, Benevento/Russo Duo, and George Clinton. He joined The Reason Why starting in 2008. More recently Jeff has been learning to play other instruments, mainly bass guitar and mandolin. When not playing music, he enjoys soccer, dreaming, and consciousness.

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I remember seeing this 15-year old kid get up in front of a small crowd in a local bar a few years ago during an open mic night. After his first couple of songs I turned to his dad and told him I hope he was prepared for what was going to happen…that his kid was going to be a star. A few years later I’m on stage, in front of a packed house in one of the biggest clubs in Asbury Park, introducing Quincy Mumford for his record release party. Turns out I was right. He is going to be a star.