SOULFUL BLUES, FUNK, AND JAZZ FROM JOHN PINETREE AND THE YELLIN’ DEGENERATES

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About the collective

Welcome to the vibrant world of The Pinetree Collective! We are a passionate group of musicians who harmoniously blend jazz, blues, soul, and funk, enriching the Seattle area (and beyond) with the magic of our music.

Our collective is fueled by a shared commitment to embody the spirit of giving back. We believe in the transformative power of music, and our mission is to spread its enchanting influence to every corner of the world. Through our performances, we aim to touch hearts, ignite joy, and create unforgettable experiences for all who listen.

John Pinetree  is  a multi instrumentalist singer songwriter with deep roots in all things Americana using his bass-baritone , guitar grooves ,and searing harmonica to tell stories of the human diaspora . . He and his band, The Yellin’ Degenerates  often shape shift from genre to genre …old school blues and jazz  into modern Neo-soul and funk holding sacred the power of improvisation and  celebrating the schtick that resides within each individual performer .and the voices of the audience.  Original and curated  songs of hope, love, the joy of movement, compassion, inclusivity , loss ,uncertainty , and of our largest challenges of humanity .  Their music lends direction though  myriad emotions from  joy to  cathartic release  landing in a place of gratitude which is the birthplace of altruism.  For this  The Pinetree Music Collective  has a  giving  legacy from each performance and of all merch sales . “ Music is Love, My love is Music in perfect harmony “   Come join John Pinetree and The Yellin’ Degenerates for a memorable and uplifting night of music.

July 15 6-9 pm on the patio with Jose  Gonzales and Jon Grant

Live from the Firehouse Theatre. Bellingham Washington John Pinetree & The Yellin’ Degenerates with Jon Grant on Bass, Bill Ray on Drums, John Tobin on Keys, Eric Thompson on Guitar and Vocals, and John “Pinetree” Paynich on Guitar, harmonicas , and Vocals.


Live at The Firehouse, Bellingham, WA

Live at The Spot West Seattle

Live at the Bellwether Arts Festival. Bellevue Wa.