Tom Malm and the Little Black Book

Once ranked as high as #8 in the World and #1 in the local area on Reverbnation's Funk chart, Tom Malm and the Little Black Book is danceable, jammy and fun. The textures of the music tap into a lot of different influences. Jammy, jazzy soul with some rock, blues and country influences finding their way. The show is a living musical conversation that fits in a neat groove. Tinsley Ellis, the Alligator Recording artist says it's "tight but loose. I like it." Tyler Coe, of The David Allan Coe Band called Tom, "Perfect."

Tom Malm and the Little Black Book was born from the trio originally formed by vocalist and guitar player Tom Malm, drummer Jayme Rivel, and bassist Chris Arter in 2008 to play Tom's CD "Fleetwood in the Moonlight." Jayme and Chris were childhood friends who grew up playing music together. They joined Tom as a singularly intuitive rhythm section with an uncanny level of communication, to deliver a solid musical foundation upon which Tom's songs could grow. Initially Tom described what the band did as a "groove-driven musical conversation," rife with improvisation and exploration. Christopher Thompson joined bringing guitar textures, innovative riffs, and solid leads that expanded the conversation and elevated the music. As a quartet they presented an evolved brand of original funk.

Together for five years, Tom developed a range of new material specifically for the sound they cultivated. In the studio Chris Arter expanded to add organ and vocals, Tony Wyatt contributed percussion and vocals, Julia Rainer, Victoria Watts and Alexandra Clint added female vocals. With Chris on Organ, Tom called a musician he grew up with, Dale Dallabrida, to play bass. Others sat in, and through songs like "You're Lying," "Get Off On My Floor," "You"," and "A 2 Z," the band has constantly gained a global audience and its "top ten" position in the world rankings.

Now ranked #8 on Reverbnation's Funk Charts, the music the band plays has become defined by their live performance schedule. From 2008 to 2011 they gained recognition for having the longest continuous engagement in Philadelphia for any group in the funk genre. They have appeared at premier venues like Musikfest Cafe in Bethlehem and Sellersville Theater. They were featured at key events such as being the "Grand Finale" band for Bethlehem's "Loopapaloosa" and they have shared billing with multiple national touring acts

Playing predominently as a quartet featuring Tom, Jayme, Christopher and Dale, it is never a surprise to see any of the others join for a performance. For the appropriate venue, Tom can go to his Little Black Book and bring you a trio. Whether a band of three or eight, Tom Malm and the Little Black Book has a sound that is distinctly Tom's, a very strong stage presence, and a show that is simply fun. Book 'em! You won't be sorry.