The Rhythm Band is New Orleans-based band dedicated to performing classic rhythm & blues in a unique, jazz inflected style. James McClaskey and his band deliver hard swinging dance music inspired by the great blues and jazz musicians of the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. James McClaskey arranges and leads the group on vocals and electric tenor guitar. Greg Sherman is on acoustic guitar, Andy Reid is on upright bass, Robin Rapuzzi is on drums and they are regularly flanked by a talented group of horn players.