41° NORTH... Party-up your spot on the globe! This band brings great energy every time. It ain’t about them, it’s about you! They keep the vibe up with rock, pop and some country fun too. Dale Allen, vocal chameleon with a resonant and rich vocal tone, is “not only a singer, she’s an experience. She brings big frontwoman stage presence and crowd engagement. Breakthrough guitarist, Kenny Weiss hooks with his badass style. Connecting with every performance, his vocals cut clear and strong. Drummer, Steve Townsend switches seamlessly from shuffle, to samba to hard rock backbeat. He has recorded with The Romero Brothers, The Faker Five, and Harry Spero & The September Project, along with long-time collaborator and “in the pocket” steady-groove bass player Vince Sette. For Vinny… it’s all about the bass.

For over 20 years strong, the "WHAT UP FUNK BAND" has amazed audiences on a national and local level with it's driving high energy performances and dance addictive repertoire. The music of this 7-piece ensemble is achieved through a thoughtful balance of instrumentation and vocal melody. Soulful and always funky, "WHAT UP" derives it's force from diverse cultural backgrounds as well as musical expertise. The unique sight and sound experience of this tight talented unit has graced the stages with R & B legends like: Average White Band, Tower of Power, Little Anthony and the Imperials, Blues innovator James Cotton, Pop icons Taylor Dayne and Richard Marx to name a few. The " WHAT UP FUNK BAND" has an extensive reputation whose resume includes main stage appearances @ national music festivals throughout the northeast, major casinos and nightclubs in the tri-state area (“SANDS" Atlantic City NJ, "MOHEGAN SUN" CT, "LE BAR BAT" NYC) and various state colleges and universities. In addition, “WHAT UP” has been there for the many community events and benefits for charities like 9/11 relief, M.D.A. and cure for cancer research. Whatever your affair, the " WHAT UP FUNK BAND" has got the plan for you. In 1998, the band released it's first original cd " AS FUNKY AS U WANNA B" as a passion project that quickly turned into a hit with it's core fan base. Due to the overwhelming success of the first recording, " WHAT UP" released their follow up cd " SOULFUNKFUL" in 2006 where sales and exposure launched them to national venues, radio play in the U.S. and France, and the 2006 recording of their 3rd cd "LIVE FUNK". The popularity of the original music has been well received and grown into a unique defining characteristic of the band. Audiences appreciate the vast song selection and how easily the original music is woven into the fabric of the sets. Musically speaking, the 7 separate talents of this band of brothers unite on 1 stage at 1 moment in time to deliver the highest level of performance and professionalism. With an emphasis in the traditional values of playing live music, the band provides a fresh modern sound whose approach, interpretation and direction can creatively adapt to any situation. People of all ages feel the power of the " WHAT UP FUNK " vibe. Let this be your invitation to join the growing phenomena of the " WHAT UP FUNK BAND " experience.

They play the roots of American Rock n Roll influenced by the likes of Fats Domino, Professor Longhair, Little Feat, The Funky Meters, Alan Toussaint, Delbert McClinton, and Chuck Berry. The Hurricanes are a group of veteran musicians who will rock the house and are guaranteed to get things movin’ !!

#Jazz - #Funk - #Fusion - #Lofi band from New Haven, CT led by trumpeter @nickdimariamusic

Groovin’ since 2011

Join us for our new house music monthly at Brass & Bone in Norwalk, CT!

Deep kinetic grooves take you to outer space, elevate your soul and liberate your mind

Piloted by the broadly influenced, stage-seasoned pair of Will Hanza (guitar, vocals) and Phil Kadet (keys, vocals), Ropeadope Records recording artists Escaper blend Rock, R&B, Jazz, Funk and Electronica into cohesive, soul-stirring, jam-filled soundscapes. The duo are complemented by a cadre of in-demand drummers and bassists. Heavy grooving bassist Luke Bemand (lespecial) in particular, is a key contributor and collaborator.

Since its formation in 2015, New York-based ESCAPER has enchanted audiences at venues and festivals throughout the Northeast with their inspired musical celebration of life and being. The band’s unrestrained yet creatively engaged musicianship has attracted sit-ins by players from notable like-minded bands such as the Disco Biscuits, Brazilian Girls, Thievery Corporation, Rubblebucket, Dopapod, Cabinet and Turkuaz.

The sparkling sonic interplay between Hanza and Kadet, underpinned by the funky punch of the talented pocket keepers, is ready-made for uninhibited communal hip-shaking. Escaper’s acclaimed live shows attract true music lovers of all ages and backgrounds, eager to vibe in the band’s musical embrace.

Modern Refuge has carved out a unique space in the vibrant music scene of Connecticut and has quickly become one of the most exciting, must-see live acts around. The four-piece band cleverly combines folk warmth with psych-rock sprawl. They are known for their tightly wound indie grooves that rise into orchestral build-ups, harking back to the high-energy acts of the 70s.

A dance party for everyone's universe!

Funk, reggae, and a bunch more.

Foxtrotter mixes experimental folk and pop with a true vintage, rock and roll spirit. Based in CT, their live shows are second to none.