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Fourthought is a young and dynamic New York City-based Jazz quartet, collaboratively lead by saxophonist Nick Biello and drummer Manuel Weyand. This classic instrumentation is propelled to new directions by its international cast of top- notch improvisers.

Every band member lends a personal and unique color to the sound of the ensemble, as they each hail from diverse places such as Singapore, Germany and New York City. Both Biello and Weyand combine to put forward their considerable compositional talents, fueling the repertoire of Fourthought that ranges from gritty, no-holds-barred to dark, moody and cerebral.

Biello and Weyand are supported by the talents of pianist Kerong Chok and bassist Cameron Kayne. Both musicians serve as empathic accompanists while simultaneously coloring the sound of the quartet through their distinct musical voices.

Fourthought has been featured as part of the Emerging Artist Series at the famed Blue Note Jazz Club in New York City. In addition, the members of Fourthought have performed at many notable music venues in New York City, such as SmallԳ, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Jazz Club Coca-Cola, Smoke, The Knitting Factory, and Fat Cat.

Fourthought: Fourthought

Read "Fourthought" reviewed by Edward Blanco

by Edward Blanco
October 8, 2011

The self-titled debut of an exciting New York-based quartet led by saxophonist Nicholas Biello and drummer Manuel Weyand, Fourthought forges new ground on the landscape of modern post-bop, presenting six originals and one cover tune in new light. Both Biello and German-born Weyand are products of the renowned Manhattan School of Music and are supported by Buffalo, NY bassist Cameron Kayne and Singapore-born pianist Kerong Chok. Together, as Fourthought, they bring a brash new voice to New York's vibrant jazz ...

Performance / Tour

"Fourthought" Live at the Blue Note on October 21st at 6:30

Source: Manuel Weyand
October 12, 2010

FOURTHOUGHT QUARTET Debut at the Blue Note NYC October 21st, 2010 Fourthought debuts at the famed New York City music venue, Blue Note, opening for multi- GRAMMY winner, Gary Burton. Presenting original compositions charged with immediacy, Fourthought will take the stage on Thursday, October 21st at 6:30 p.m. for what promises to be an unforgettable evening of jazz. As part of the Blue Note Emerging Artist Series, the performance will feature co-leaders Nick Biello and Manuel ...
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"Fourthought is a successful beginning, a debut that impresses with its glimpse of a new, cutting-edge modern jazz. This is modern post-bop material not left to chance or a hunch, but designed to be well-received by this talented quartet." - Edward Blanco, All About Jazz

"The performances are suitably robust, with much subtle interplay and individual egos suppressed to create quite an integrated sound." - John M. Peters, The Borderland

"These guys are just brilliant... time to embrace their sounds." - This is Book's Music

"These guys have serious chops." ~Ben Boddie, Taintradio

"Their strengths are many, starting with an unapologetic, uncomplicated affection for hard-charging post-bop... uniformly expressive and intriguing, never showy." - David Wilson, Wilson and Alroy Record Reviews

Primary Instrument

Band / ensemble / orchestra

Willing to teach

Advanced only

Clinic/Workshop Information

We have experience working with music students of all ages. Currently, we are available to present clinics as a quartet, focusing on the nuances of group performance, and we are each available to give Masterclasses on our chosen instrument. The members of Fourthought have experience as private teachers and as classroom instructors. Please contact us at [email protected] for more information.