Founded by multi-GRAMMY® Award-winning guitarist and vocalist Clay Ross, the APQ is shaped in collaboration with an ensemble of internationally celebrated musicians—and binds timeless American folk songs with jazz sophistication, country twang, West African hypnotics, and East Asian ornamentation. Their debut album was recently nominated for “Best Folk Album” at the 67th GRAMMY® Awards.
A southern-born roots music aficionado, Ross is also the founder of the world-renowned Gullah group Ranky Tanky. In APQ, he collaborates with a core quartet that weaves dynamic guitar work, Indian classical vocals, and a jazz-driven rhythm section into a richly textured sound. Together, these world-class musicians form a living patchwork of traditions and perspectives.
A deliberately designed homage to America’s past and a showcase of its dynamic present, APQ beckons listeners to reflect on our shared identity and savor the musical threads that bind us.
Just as an intricate quilt becomes a cherished family heirloom, when the distinct patterns of APQ’s music align in perfect harmony, the result is both a blanket of warmth and a timeless treasure.
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