“When you're at a concert and you hear someone improvise well, that's special; it puts you in the moment and takes you someplace. To pull that off, a musician must be able to play his or her instrument really well, but more importantly must also be able to express something and take the listeners beyond themselves.”

American musician and songwriter

John Popper is an American musician and songwriter, known as the co-founder, lead vocalist, and frontman of Blues Traveler. He came to prominence through the band, which made him a familiar figure in rock music. As Blues Traveler’s lead singer, Popper became known for his voice and stage presence. His work is tied closely to the band’s long run in rock, and his public words often reflect that role as a performer and songwriter.