Bark Culture is a Philadelphia-based trio led by vibraphonist Victor Vieira-Branco, featuring Joey Sullivan on drums and John Moran on bass. The group is touring the United States in support of their new record Warm Wisdom.
Victor Vieira-Branco is a Brazilian/American vibraphonist, having spent the 2010s in and around the vibrant São Paulo music scene. While Bark Culture is Vieira-Branco’s primary vehicle as a leader, his performances include work with Rob Mazurek’s Exploding Star Orchestra, the Chad Taylor Quintet, and as an improviser/presenter in the northeast region of the United States.
Joey Sullivan is a drummer and organizer based in Philadelphia focusing on free improvisation. He plays drums in groups like Bark Culture, The Ghost, Florry, Violet Salon III, and often works with improvisers such as Victor Vieira-Branco, Brandon Lopez, TJ Borden, Sandy Ewen, Michael Foster, and others.
John Moran is a Philadelphia-based bassist and multi-instrumentalist whose projects include Bark Culture, The Ghost, Terra Cotta. He often works with Ben Hall, Webb Crawford, James McKain, and many others.