Tom Maxwell

An integral person in the vaudeville revival act Squirrel Nut Zippers, vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Tom Maxwell helped form the group’s faithful sizzling hot jazz sound. In past due 1999, Maxwell struck from his very own (due partly to his dissatisfaction with Disney’s buy of their label Mammoth Information) and continuing to pursue his passions in a multitude of musical designs. Within an unorthodox move, the musician produced his 2000 record, Samsara, available solely on his internet site a full half a year before it became obtainable in shops. Maxwell was presented with a chance to tone of voice his experienced views when he was asked to provide the keynote address on the CMJ meeting, championing 3rd party music and internet distribution, while downplaying the original record company framework.