Ari Joshua's Lions RaAR — The Complete Bundle Ari Joshua · Ray Paczkowski · Russ Lawton Some music finds you. Some music you find.

Over the course of an extraordinary creative partnership, guitarist Ari Joshua joined forces with two of the most celebrated rhythm section players in the jam world — Ray Paczkowski and Russ Lawton, both renowned members of Trey Anastasio Band, LaMP, and Soule Monde to create something truly special.

Recorded by legendary Phish engineer Ben Collette in Burlington, Vermont, these sessions captured a rare kind of magic. The kind that only happens when world-class musicians lock into a room together with no agenda other than pure expression. Ben's ears and instincts — honed across decades of recording some of the most beloved live music on the planet — helped shape a sonic landscape that is warm, alive, and deeply human.

The result? Some of the tastiest recordings of Ari Joshua's career.

The Numbers 🎵 40+ songs tracked 🎶 18 released as of 2025 🎸 1 complete bundle of the 18 songs available now

What You'll Hear From the majestic lion-hearted grooves of the Lion's RaAR EP to the psychedelic fire of Voodoo Chile, the cinematic sweep of Rae of Light, the tribal pulse of Kambo Wambo, the ornate beauty of Waltz, and the mythic storytelling of The Saga of Milly and Fee — this collection spans moods, textures, and worlds.

Every track is a conversation. Every song a place you'll want to return to.

The Artists Ari Joshua — Guitar, composer, bandleader. A restless creative force whose music lives at the intersection of jazz, funk, psychedelia, and soul.

Ray Paczkowski — Keys. A cornerstone of Trey Anastasio Band, Ray brings deep harmonic intelligence and an unmistakable touch to every note.

Russ Lawton — Drums. The heartbeat of TAB, Russ is one of the most intuitive and powerful drummers in the game. His pocket is a place you want to live.

Ben Collette — Engineer. The sonic architect behind countless Phish recordings, Ben brought his world-class ears to Burlington and helped capture these sessions with clarity, warmth, and soul.

Here Is Everything — Till Now

This is the complete Lion's RaAR collection as of 2025. Every released track, every sonic adventure, every moment of brilliance — gathered in one place for your listening pleasure.

This is not just a bundle. This is a body of work. Stream it. Download it. Feel it. — Music Factory Records

A new six-song EP, RAAR by guitarist Ari Joshua, featuring Ray Paczkowski and Russ Lawton from Soule Monde and the Trey Anastasio Band is coming out November 16th. More gorgeous original psychedelic rock-jazz fusion tracks from the February 2021 recording sessions in Burlington, Vermont can be anticipated for intermittent release in the coming months, and a vinyl album is anticipated in 2022.

“The eclectic multi diverse styles I write in work best with folks that can play or understand the jazz language but also can also serve the music with a knowledge of Rock, and African music. As odd as it sounds, even in the best of times, it’s hard to find the right people to work with in this style. Ray and Russ were able to interpret my music creatively and intuitively from the first or second take, it was a real joy to watch things unfold, they also were all about getting to business, I really felt as though I was with really like minded souls. From the first note of recording I could sense that Ray and Russ were a perfect musical fit, there was a shared respect and love for the music you don’t always find out there.”

In the Winter of 2020-21, in the middle of the pandemic, Ari Joshua flew into the snowy city of Burlington, Vermont to collaborate with drummer Russ Lawton, organist Ray Paczkowski, and long-time Phish Vermont recording engineer Ben Collette. The excitement sparked an intense and healthy writing spree. Ari composed about 25 demos in all.

“As I climbed into an airplane with my two favorite guitars, and a checked suitcase full of audio toys, I knew it was gonna be a great adventure to travel to Burlington and track with these guys, but I had no way of knowing the level of magic and flow that would unfold.”

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Link to EP sampler https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/arijoshua/raar Link for EP review https://arijoshua.com/4603822

Credits: Ari Joshua - guitarist and composer Ray Paczkowski - keys Russ Lawton - drums Recording February 2021, at The Tank Burlington, VT Sound Engineer - Ben Collette Overdubs - Aaron Harmonson Mastering - Fred Kevorkian Artwork - Steely Works *Guests - Chava Mirel - Voice, Jeremy Lightfoot - Bass

suggested listening; www.soulemonde.com