LJT Band began playing together in the fall of 2014 in New York. The members are:
LaRita Gaskins-vocals
Jim Hickey- guitar / bass
Todd Turkisher-drums / cajon / percussion
The members have recorded with a variety of well-known jazz and pop artists.
LaRita has worked with Roberta Flack, Aretha Franklin, George Benson, Patti Labelle, Vanessa Williams, Debbie Harry and Debbie Gibson.
Jim has worked with Jaco Pastorious, Chris Botti, Larry Coryell, Michael Urbaniak, Adam Holzman, Steve Vai and Lonnie Plaxico.
Todd has worked with David Byrne, Ute Lemper, Randy Brecker, Olatatungi, Michael Urbaniak, Larry Coryell and Steve Vai.
Other members/special guests:
Kip Sophos-bass
Mimi Jones-bass
Arco Sandoval-keyboard
Rob Aries-keyboards
Andy Ezrin-keyboards
Monte Croft-vocals, keyboard, vibes, chromatic harmonica