Niacin

The Profile

Niacin is an American jazz fusion organ trio formed in 1996 by keyboardist John Novello, bassist Billy Sheehan, and drummer Dennis Chambers. Known for high-energy improvisation and a blend of jazz, prog, and rock, they released acclaimed albums including Niacin, High Bias, Deep, Time Crunch, Organik, and Krush.

Publicly known: American jazz-fusion organ trio featuring John Novello (keyboards), Billy Sheehan (bass), and Dennis Chambers (drums). Albums span 1996–2013. In the provided review, the live album “Live! Blood, Sweat And Beers” is praised for improvisation, genre-blending, and strong production.

A single, highly positive review spotlights Niacin’s live power and improvisational breadth. The trio of Billy Sheehan, John Novello, and Dennis Chambers blends jazz fusion with prog-rock flair and hints of metal. The reviewer praises the dynamic rhythms, Hammond-driven passages, and strong production, recommending Live! Blood, Sweat And Beers as an entry point.