Andy Galore, a much in demand bassist on the New York scene whose solid groove has powered the bands of icons across multiple genres, steps out as a leader, arranger and composer of note with Out & About (December 2, 2014), his debut on Motéma Music. With rich musicality and powerful chops, Galore has developed a distinctive style and an impressive musician network over his twenty years as an inner-circle player in New York City. Out & About, an arresting and musically varied opus, is inspired by and reflects his deep love of New York City, a vast array of talented musicians, and the many different genres and styles Galore has mastered over the years. 

After moving to New York City, and studying bass at New School University, he stumbled upon the legendary 55 Bar in the West Village and soon became a regular, checking out the acts and getting to know other musicians. 

Galore soon began working with a diverse array of artists including Al Di Meola, Mike Stern, Buddy Miles and Kid Creole. These influences helped form Galore’s distinct musical aesthetic. Digging deep into his roots, he holds down the bottom end with his signature full-bodied sound, adding modern flavors to classics, and tastefully expressing his own musical voice - mixing sounds and rhythms of retro and contemporary traditions.

Galore has worked extensively throughout the U.S., Europe and the Middle East, performing with key players at festivals including Umbria, North Sea, New Orleans and Istanbul and at venues worldwide including House of Blues and Blue Note. Galore plays in New York City as often as he can with his band and also gives private lessons. Galore received the Billy Sheehan Scholarship Award at Bass Institute of Technology and the First Prize Scholarship Award from the American Institute of Music - Vienna, Austria. Galore now lives in Brooklyn.