“There's a lot of music at my fingertips that I can be influenced by. And just because I play a horn, I don't need to sound, or try to capture, what was happening before me. I can just respect it and learn from it.”

American musician, trombone player

Troy Andrews, known professionally as Trombone Shorty, is an American musician from New Orleans, Louisiana. He is best known as a trombone player. His music blends rock, pop, jazz, funk, and hip hop, reflecting the wide range of styles associated with his work. The mix gives his performances a distinct New Orleans shape while keeping the trombone at the center.