Cool Cool Cool announced on Thursday that baritone saxophonist/vocalist Josh Schwartz will be parting ways with the band following its ongoing debut headlining tour. Per a note from the band posted to social media, Schwartz will finish out the group’s March tour schedule before stepping away to focus on his solo endeavors.
“Our brother Josh is making a big leap and moving on to other ventures, and we couldn’t be more excited for him,” the note reads. “He’s decided to focus on his solo endeavors—look out for him on the Miami scene. … After touring the world together over the last 15 years, we’re all family here and continue to support each other always. Josh and his many talents will certainly be missed on the Cool Cool Cool stage. … Let’s all wish him well, and come check us out during his final run with the band this March on Never Noticed tour!”
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Cool Cool Cool, formed in late 2022 by Schwartz and six of his former Turkuaz bandmates—Shira Elias (vocals), Sammi Garett (vocals), Michelangelo Carubba (drums), Greg Sanderson (alto sax/tenor sax, vocals), Craig Brodhead (guitar, keys), and Chris Brouwers—had a statement-making year in 2023 featuring extensive outings with Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew‘s Remain In Light, a stretch of dates supporting (and collaborating with) party-starters Andy Frasco & The U.N., various assorted festival appearances, and more. The band also spent significant time writing and recording new music due to be released in 2024. While Schwartz will no longer be a part of the regular Cool Cool Cool lineup, he confirmed to Live For Live Music that he will maintain his involvement with The Horn Section and Remain In Light.
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In recent months, Schwartz has ramped up the rollout process for his debut solo LP, Ethereality, under his new moniker, JOSCH. Watch the striking video for the debut JOSCH single, “Icarus In Motion”, here. Read an interview with Schwartz and his Ethereality collaborator and former Turkuaz bandleader Dave Brandwein about releasing the record following Turkuaz’s split here.
For a list of the final Cool Cool Cool shows featuring Josh Schwartz—and the various other dates on the calendar once he takes his leave—visit the band’s website here.
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