Bill Payne, co-founder and keyboardist of Little Feat, was announced as a full-time member of Leftover Salmon at last night’s Nashville Sessions 15th Anniversary show at The Ryman Auditorium. Vince Hermann, the band leader and co-founder of Leftover Salmon, made the confirmation during last night’s star-studded performance.

Many of the artists who were part of the original 1999 Nashville Sessions were in attendance last night, including Del McCoury, Col. Bruce Hampton, Sam Bush, and Widespread Panic’s John Bell.  

Fans of Leftover Salmon will get a bonus treat, as the band will release a full video of last night’s performance on their website, starting at 8 PM tonight. 

[Via: Jambands]