LaMP Release New Vinyl ‘The Relix Session (Live from Garcia’s Chicago)’
CHICAGO, IL — Groove-driven trio LaMP — made up of Russ Lawton (drums), Scott Metzger (guitar), and Ray Paczkowski (keyboards) — have announced their latest project: a limited-edition vinyl release titled The Relix Session (Live from Garcia’s Chicago). Recorded over two nights on April 4–5, 2025, the album captures the band’s exploratory jams at Chicago’s brand-new Garcia’s Chicago, just weeks after the intimate 300-capacity venue opened its doors.
A Chicago First
The release holds special weight for Chicago’s live music scene: it is the first-ever recording made at Garcia’s Chicago, a new venue inspired by jam-band culture and named in honor of Jerry Garcia. LaMP’s performance blends funky grooves, melodic guitar runs, and playful keyboard lines, delivering the kind of improvisational energy that has become their hallmark.
Originals and Inspired Covers
The double-LP set mixes LaMP’s own material with carefully chosen covers that reflect the trio’s eclectic influences. Alongside originals from their 2020 self-titled debut and 2025’s One of Us, the tracklist includes:
- “Allah Uya” — a tribute to Malian desert blues pioneer Ali Farka Touré
- “Ramblin’” — a nod to free-jazz icon Ornette Coleman
By weaving these covers into their own catalog, LaMP expands their sonic palette while honoring artists who shaped their musical journey.
The Tracklist
Side A
- Some Days
- Bernard
Side B
- Out of Curiosity
- Tango
- One of Us
Side C
- Influence
- Allah Uya (Ali Farka Touré)
- Ramblin’ (Ornette Coleman)
Side D
- Clipse-O
- Hit Return
- Nice Girl (Walks Loud)
Limited Edition Release
Only 500 copies of the vinyl will be pressed as part of the Relix Sessions Vinyl Series, making it a collector’s item for jam-band enthusiasts and vinyl fans alike. Pre-orders are available now, with shipping expected by November 24, 2025 via Relix Shop.
On Tour This Fall
In support of the new release, LaMP will hit the road for a West Coast tour beginning October 9 at the Mystic Theater in Petaluma, California. Stops include Portland, Eugene, Seattle, and a two-night run at Cervantes’ Other Side in Denver (Oct. 20–21) before heading back to the Northeast. Tickets are on sale now at ilikelamp.com/tour.
With its blend of improvisational flair, cross-genre influences, and a landmark Chicago recording, The Relix Session (Live from Garcia’s Chicago) captures LaMP at their most vibrant. For more updates on new releases and live music in Chicago, stay connected with ChicagoMusicGuide.com.