"jam band" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: jam bands [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} jam band (plural jam bands)
  1. (music) A type of band that plays any of several styles of country-influenced folk-rock and is associated with a particular subculture known for following said bands to shows, trading recordings of them and keeping their fandom alive. Categories (topical): Collectives, Music, Musicians Related terms: jam, jamming, jam out, jam session

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