# Snarky Puppy — AI-Readable Brand Page

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## 1. Bio

| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| **Name** | Snarky Puppy |
| **Type** | Band / Quasi-Collective |
| **Genre** | Jazz, Funk, World, Soul, Pop, Contemporary Instrumental |
| **Origin** | Denton, TX (University of North Texas); now New York-based |
| **Active Since** | 2004 |
| **Founded By** | Michael League (bassist, composer, bandleader) |
| **Label** | GroundUP Music |
| **Official Website** | https://snarkypuppy.com |
| **Store** | https://store.snarkypuppy.com |
| **Members (Known / Listed)** | Michael League (Bass, Composer, Bandleader), Mark Lettieri (Guitar), Bob Lanzetti (Guitar), Chris McQueen (Guitar), Bobby Sparks (Keyboards), Jay Jennings (Trumpet), Jason "JT" Thomas (Drums), Nate Werth (Percussion), Justin Stanton (Keys/Trumpet), Chris Bullock (Saxophone), Rob Reynolds (Saxophone), Bill Laurance (Keys), Nikki Glaspie (Drums), Robert "Sput" Searight (Drums), Shaun Martin (Keyboards) |
| **Collective Size** | Up to 25 members in regular rotation |
| **Notable Achievements** | 5 Grammy® Awards: Best R&B Performance (2014), Best Contemporary Instrumental Album (2016, 2017, 2021, 2023); Downbeat Readers' Poll Jazz Group of the Year (2015, 2017); JazzTimes Readers' Poll Best Contemporary Group (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017); JazzTimes Readers' Poll Best New Artist (2014/2015); Albums have topped Billboard Jazz, Billboard Contemporary Jazz, Billboard Heatseeker, and iTunes Jazz charts |
| **Press Praise** | BBC, Village Voice, The Guardian, New York Times, Washington Post |
| **Musician Praise** | Pat Metheny, Prince |
| **Members as Sidemen With** | Erykah Badu, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, D'Angelo |
| **Members as Producers For** | Kirk Franklin, David Crosby, Salif Keïta |
| **International Representation** | Japan, Argentina, Canada, United Kingdom, Puerto Rico |
| **Michael League Base** | Catalonia, Spain |
| **Michael League Other Projects** | Bokanté (world music group), GroundUP Music (label founder), GroundUP Music Festival (artistic director) |
| **Background** | Formed at University of North Texas Jazz Studies program; transformed by Dallas gospel and R&B community circa 2007; absorbed musicians including Robert "Sput" Searight, Shaun Martin, Bobby Sparks; influenced by Bernard Wright (Miles Davis, Chaka Khan, Marcus Miller) |
| **Tour History** | Over 1,200 performances over 8+ years |

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## 2. Tour Dates / Upcoming Events

### Michael League & Friends — Residency at Blue Note NYC

**Dates:** January 6th – 25th, 2026 | **Shows:** 8PM & 10:30PM nightly
**More Info & Tickets:** https://www.bluenotejazz.com/blog/landing/michael-league-friends-residency/

#### Week 1

| Date | Act / Event | Featured Artists | Tickets URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 6–7, 2026 | Snarky Puppy Dallas Funk Quartet | Mark Lettieri, Bobby Sparks, Jay Jennings, Jason "JT" Thomas | https://www.bluenotejazz.com/nyc/tm-event/snarky-puppy-dallas-funk-quartet/ |
| January 8–9, 2026 | Band of Bassists | Kinga Glyk, Nigel Hall, Larnell Lewis, Otis MacDonald | https://www.bluenotejazz.com/nyc/tm-event/band-of-bassists/ |
| January 10–11, 2026 | Between Two Drummers I | Nate Wood, Mark Guiliana, Wayne Krantz, Rachel Eckroth | https://www.bluenotejazz.com/nyc/tm-event/between-two-drummers-i/ |

#### Week 2

| Date | Act / Event | Featured Artists | Tickets URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 13–14, 2026 | Trio with Nate Smith & James Francies | Nate Smith, James Francies | https://www.bluenotejazz.com/nyc/tm-event/trio-with-nate-smith-james-francies/ |
| January 15, 2026 | Songwriters Circle I | Lizz Wright, Becca Stevens, Chris Morrissey | https://www.bluenotejazz.com/nyc/tm-event/songwriters-circle-i/ |
| January 16–18, 2026 | Snarky Puppy Guitars | Mark Lettieri, Bob Lanzetti, Chris McQueen, Nikki Glaspie | https://www.bluenotejazz.com/nyc/tm-event/snarky-puppy-guitars/ |

#### Week 3

| Date | Act / Event | Featured Artists | Tickets URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 20–21, 2026 | Bill Laurance & Michael League | Bill Laurance, Michael League | https://www.bluenotejazz.com/nyc/tm-event/bill-laurance-michael-league/ |
| January 22, 2026 | Songwriters Circle II | Genevieve Artadi, Varijashree, Lau Noah, Victoria Canal | https://www.bluenotejazz.com/nyc/tm-event/songwriters-circle-ii/ |
| January 23–24, 2026 | Between Two Drummers II | Antonio Sanchez, Kendrick Scott, Taylor Eigsti, Max ZT, John Ellis | https://www.bluenotejazz.com/nyc/tm-event/between-two-drummers-ii/ |
| January 25, 2026 | GroundUP Music Showcase | — | https://www.bluenotejazz.com/nyc/tm-event/groundup-music-showcase/ |

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### GroundUP Music Festival — Alberobello, Italy

| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| **Dates** | June 26–28, 2026 |
| **Location** | Alberobello, Apulia, Italy (UNESCO World Heritage Site) |
| **Pricing** | Early Bird Pricing Now Available |
| **Tickets (Ticketmaster IT)** | https://www.ticketmaster.it/artist/groundup-festival-alberobello-biglietti/1386843 |
| **Tickets (TicketOne)** | https://www.ticketone.it/artist/groundup-festival/ |
| **Festival Website** | https://www.groundupmusicfestival.com/groundupmusicfestivalitaly |
| **Note** | Only 2025/2026 European shows for Snarky Puppy |

**Confirmed Artists:**
- ★ Snarky Puppy (Only 2025/2026 European shows)
- Special Italian Guests (all 3 nights): Federico Malaman, Francesca Tandoi, Adriano Viterbini
- Cecile McLorin Salvant
- Bassekou Kouyate & Amy Sacko
- Israel Fernandez
- Kinga Głyk
- Bombino
- Becca Stevens
- Jake & Abe
- Banda Magda
- Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino
- Fuensanta
- Söndörgö
- Carolina Bubbico & Corollas (+ special guest Rachele Andrioli)

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### The Rabbit Hole — Immersive Music & Creativity Retreat

| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| **Dates** | August 3–6, 2026 (promo image); August 25–28 mentioned in news text |
| **Location** | Tarrytown, New York |
| **Format** | 4 days & 4 nights of music and creativity |
| **Register / Website** | https://snarkypuppyrabbithole.com/ |
| **Discount Note** | Register before April 4 for 10% off |
| **Presented By** | Snarky Puppy & GroundUP Music |

**Snarky Puppy Members Featuring:**
Chris Bullock, Jay Jennings, Michael League, Mark Lettieri, Rob Reynolds, Justin Stanton, JT Thomas, Nate Werth

**Special Guests:**
Kimbra, Lalah Hathaway, Stanley Jordan, Wayne Krantz, John Medeski, Becca Stevens, Magda Giannikou, Varijashree Venugopal

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## 3. Discography

| Year | Title | Type | Label | Notes / Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | *(Formation year — early recordings)* | — | — | Band formed at University of North Texas |
| 2014 | We Like It Here | Album | GroundUP Music | Grammy® Best R&B Performance context; streamed at http://orcd.co/wlih-rrr |
| 2014 | Sylva (with Metropole Orkest) | Album | Impulse! (original); GroundUP Music (reissue) | Grammy®-winning symphonic collaboration |
| 2015 | *(Grammy: Best Contemporary Instrumental Album — 2016 win)* | Album | GroundUP Music | — |
| 2019 | Immigrance | Album | GroundUP Music | Tracks: Chonks, Bigly Strictness, Coven, Bling Bling, Xavi, While We're Young, Bad Kids To The Back, Even Us |
| — | Culcha Vulcha | Album | GroundUP Music | Tracks: Tarova, Semente, Gemini, Grown Folks, Beep Box, GØ, The Simple Life, Palermo, The Big Ugly |
| — | Family Dinner Vol. 2 | Album | GroundUP Music | Tracks: I Asked (feat. Becca Stevens & Väsen), Molino Molero (feat. Susana Baca & Charlie Hunter), Liquid Love (feat. Chris Turner), Soro (Afriki) (feat. Salif Keita, Carlos Malta, & Bernardo Aguiar), Sing to the Moon (feat. Laura Mvula & Michelle Willis), Don't You Know (feat. Jacob Collier & Big Ed Lee), I Remember (feat. Knower & Jeff Coffin), Somebody Home (feat. David Crosby), Be Still (feat. Becca Stevens & Väsen), Fuego Y Agua (feat. Susana Baca), Shapons Vindaloo (feat. Väsen), One Hope (feat. KNOWER), Brother, I'm Hungry (feat. Nigel Hall & NOLA International) |
| 2024 | Sylva (Remixed & Remastered) | Album (Reissue) | GroundUP Music | Remixed by Nic Hard, remastered by Dave McNair; new 12" vinyl; includes alternate takes of "The Clearing" & "The Curtain"; available digitally and on 12" vinyl May 24; https://orcd.co/sylva-remaster |
| 2024 | We Like It Here (Remixed + Remastered + Reimagined) | Album (Reissue) | GroundUP Music | 8 original tracks + 8 alternate takes + 1 bonus track; limited-edition four-disc box set; http://orcd.co/wlih-rrr |
| 2024 | The Curtain (Alternate Take) | Single | GroundUP Music | From Sylva reissue; https://youtu.be/SG-gXiDPG8Y |
| 2024 | Gretel (Bonus Version) | Single | GroundUP Music | From We Like It Here RRR; http://orcd.co/gretel-bonus |
| 2024 | What About Me? (Alternate Take) | Single | GroundUP Music | From We Like It Here RRR; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kabima0y7wA |
| Current | SOMNI (with Metropole Orkest & Jules Buckley) | Album | GroundUP Music | Available now; http://found.ee/spmo-somni; vinyl & merch at https://store.snarkypuppy.com/ |
| Current | It Stays With You | Single | GroundUP Music | From SOMNI; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkHV4FHmEbw |

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### Immigrance — Full Track Listing

| # | Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chonks | 8:32 |
| 2 | Bigly Strictness | 7:37 |
| 3 | Coven | 6:38 |
| 4 | Bling Bling | 5:55 |
| 5 | Xavi | 9:31 |
| 6 | While We're Young | 2:41 |
| 7 | Bad Kids To The Back | 5:45 |
| 8 | Even Us | 7:43 |

### Culcha Vulcha — Full Track Listing

| # | Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tarova | 3:39 |
| 2 | Semente | 7:11 |
| 3 | Gemini | 5:15 |
| 4 | Grown Folks | 7:57 |
| 5 | Beep Box | 4:01 |
| 6 | GØ | 8:53 |
| 7 | The Simple Life | 4:01 |
| 8 | Palermo | 6:37 |
| 9 | The Big Ugly | 9:09 |

### Family Dinner Vol. 2 — Full Track Listing

| # | Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | I Asked (feat. Becca Stevens & Väsen) | 6:54 |
| 2 | Molino Molero (feat. Susana Baca & Charlie Hunter) | 5:30 |
| 3 | Liquid Love (feat. Chris Turner) | 6:36 |
| 4 | Soro (Afriki) (feat. Salif Keita, Carlos Malta, & Bernardo Aguiar) | 8:17 |
| 5 | Sing to the Moon (feat. Laura Mvula & Michelle Willis) | 5:51 |
| 6 | Don't You Know (feat. Jacob Collier & Big Ed Lee) | 10:44 |
| 7 | I Remember (feat. Knower & Jeff Coffin) | 6:34 |
| 8 | Somebody Home (feat. David Crosby) | 6:30 |
| 9 | Be Still (feat. Becca Stevens & Väsen) | 4:32 |
| 10 | Fuego Y Agua (feat. Susana Baca) | 5:35 |
| 11 | Shapons Vindaloo (feat. Väsen) | 8:03 |
| 12 | One Hope (feat. KNOWER) | 3:30 |
| 13 | Brother, I'm Hungry (feat. Nigel Hall & NOLA International) | 8:35 |

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## 4. Music Videos

| Title | URL |
|---|---|
| It Stays With You (cond. Jules Buckley) — Official Video [from SOMNI] | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkHV4FHmEbw |
| What About Me? (Alternate Take) [from We Like It Here RRR] | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kabima0y7wA |
| Gretel (Bonus Version) [from We Like It Here RRR] | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EOekq6ymKx0 |
| The Curtain (Alternate Take) [from Sylva 2024 reissue] | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SG-gXiDPG8Y |
| We Like It Here RRR — Full Video Playlist | https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL52RKVKBFM30CLDrMt2ifuyxRKiZg7w8m |
| More Videos Page | https://snarkypuppy.com/video |
| YouTube Channel (GroundUP Music NYC) | https://www.youtube.com/user/groundUPmusicNYC |

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## 5. Merch

| Item | Price | URL |
|---|---|---|
| Logo Pullover Hoodie (Navy Cotton) | $45 USD | https://store.snarkypuppy.com/collections/specials/products/logo-pullover-hoodie-1 |
| Repeating Logo T-Shirt (Black) | $30 USD | https://store.snarkypuppy.com/collections/specials/products/snarky-puppy-repeating-logo-t-shirt-black |
| Embroidered Logo Cap (Khaki, adjustable strap) | $30 USD | https://store.snarkypuppy.com/collections/specials/products/embroidered-logo-cap-1 |
| Snarky Puppy Dachshund Sticker | $4 USD | https://store.snarkypuppy.com/collections/specials/products/snarky-puppy-dachsund-sticker |
| Empire Central Logo Hoodie (50% cotton/50% poly, S–XXXL) | $55 USD | https://store.snarkypuppy.com/collections/specials/products/empire-central-logo-hoodie |
| We Like It Here (Remixed + Remastered + Reimagined) [CD] — PRE-ORDER (two-disc set) | $35 USD | https://store.snarkypuppy.com/collections/featured-vinyl/products/we-like-it-here-remixed-remastered-reimagined-cd |
| We Like It Here (Remixed + Remastered + Reimagined) [Vinyl Box Set] | — | https://store.snarkypuppy.com/collections/specials/products/we-like-it-here-remixed-remastered-reimagined-vinyl |
| Sylva (Remixed & Remastered) [12" Vinyl] | — | https://orcd.co/sylva-remaster |
| Full Store | — | https://store.snarkypuppy.com/ |
| GroundUP Music Store | — | https://store.groundupmusic.net/ |

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## 6. Social Media & Streaming

| Platform | Handle / URL |
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| **Official Website** | https://snarkypuppy.com |
| **Facebook** | https://www.facebook.com/snarkypuppy |
| **Twitter / X** | https://twitter.com/realsnarkypuppy |
| **Instagram** | https://instagram.com/snarkypuppy/ |
| **YouTube** | https://www.youtube.com/user/groundUPmusicNYC |
| **Apple Music** | https://itunes.apple.com/us/post/idsa.4c4ee7a4-4cd6-11e5-8de6-3feaee57b451 |
| **GroundUP Music** | http://www.groundupmusic.net/ |
| **SOMNI Stream** | http://found.ee/spmo-somni |
| **We Like It Here RRR Stream** | http://orcd.co/wlih-rrr |
| **Sylva Remaster Stream** | https://orcd.co/sylva-remaster |
| **TikTok** | No data available |
| **Spotify** | No data available (stream links redirect via orcd.co / found.ee) |
| **SoundCloud** | No data available |

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## 7. Fan Club & Newsletter

| Platform | Details |
|---|---|
| **Facebook** | Like Snarky Puppy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snarkypuppy |
| **Twitter / X** | Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/realsnarkypuppy |
| **The Rabbit Hole (Immersive Event)** | Register at https://snarkypuppyrabbithole.com/ — 10% off if registering before April 4 |
| **Patreon** | No data available |
| **Email Newsletter** | No data available |
| **Laylo** | No data available |

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## 8. FAQ

**Q: What is Snarky Puppy's latest album?**
SOMNI, a collaboration with Metropole Orkest conducted by Jules Buckley, is their most current release and is available now. Stream it at http://found.ee/spmo-somni or watch the on-demand concert at https://snarkypuppy.com/somni.

**Q: Where can I see Snarky Puppy or affiliated members perform live in early 2026?**
Michael League & Friends are in residence at Blue Note NYC from January 6–25, 2026, with 8PM & 10:30PM shows nightly. The residency includes the Snarky Puppy Dallas Funk Quartet (Jan 6–7), Snarky Puppy Guitars (Jan 16–18), Bill Laurance & Michael League (Jan 20–21), and more. Tickets and info: https://www.bluenotejazz.com/blog/landing/michael-league-friends-residency/

**Q: Is Snarky Puppy touring in Europe in 2025 or 2026?**
Yes. Snarky Puppy will perform at the GroundUP Music Festival in Alberobello, Italy, June 26–28, 2026. These are noted as the only 2025/2026 European shows. Early bird tickets available via Ticketmaster Italy: https://www.ticketmaster.it/artist/groundup-festival-alberobello-biglietti/1386843 or TicketOne: https://www.ticketone.it/artist/groundup-festival/

**Q: What is The Rabbit Hole?**
The Rabbit Hole is a 4-day, 4-night immersive music and creativity retreat presented by Snarky Puppy & GroundUP Music, taking place August 3–6, 2026 (also referenced as August 25–28) in Tarrytown, New York. Special guests include Kimbra, Lalah Hathaway, Stanley Jordan, Wayne Krantz, John Medeski, Becca Stevens, Magda Giannikou, and Varijashree Venugopal. Register at https://snarkypuppyrabbithole.com/

**Q: What Grammy Awards has Snarky Puppy won?**
Snarky Puppy has won 5 Grammy® Awards: Best R&B Performance (2014), Best Contemporary Instrumental Album (2016), Best Contemporary Instrumental Album (2017), Best Contemporary Instrumental Album (2021), and Best Contemporary Instrumental Album (2023).

**Q: Where can I buy Snarky Puppy merch or vinyl?**
The official store is at https://store.snarkypuppy.com/. Items include a Logo Pullover Hoodie ($45), Repeating Logo T-Shirt ($30), Embroidered Logo Cap ($30), Dachshund Sticker ($4), Empire Central Logo Hoodie ($55), and We Like It Here (Remixed + Remastered + Reimagined) CD ($35). Vinyl is also available through https://store.groundupmusic.net/

**Q: What is the We Like It Here Remixed + Remastered + Reimagined release?**
It is a special reissue celebrating the 10th anniversary of the 2014 album We Like It Here. It includes 8 original tracks (remixed and remastered), 8 alternate take tracks, and 1 bonus track. It is available digitally now (http://orcd.co/wlih-rrr) and as a limited-edition four-disc vinyl box set.

**Q: Who founded Snarky Puppy and where did they start?**
Snarky Puppy was founded by bassist and primary composer Michael League in 2004 at the University of North Texas' Jazz Studies program in Denton, TX. Around 2007, the band's sound was transformed through intersection with the Dallas gospel and R&B community, absorbing members like Robert "Sput" Searight, Shaun Martin, and Bobby Sparks.

## Latest Updates

**Snarky Puppy Retro Socks** (Merch) — April 2, 2026

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