“Whenever I go jamming, people are looking to cut me. The young ones learn my stuff and come play it at me, and I have to learn other stuff. I feel a lot of pressure. But it's cool. It's a good pressure.”

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.