ghost band
n.— «The phrase “ghost band” is often used—in a pejorative sense—to describe tired, lingering big bands whose leaders have long since departed.» —“Big Band Bash” by Richard S. Ginell Variety Aug. 24, 2006. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
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