Five Alarm Funk
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| Five Alarm Funk | |
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| Origin | Vancouver, BC |
| Country | Canada  |
| Genres | Afro-Funk |
| Members | Tayo Branston (Drums/Vocals) Tom Towers (Congas) Carl Julig (Timbales) Justin Kennedy (Percussion) Neil Towers (Bass) Oliver Gibson (Guitar) Gabe Boothroyd (Guitar) Ryan Naso (Trumpet) Andrew Spence (Alto Sax) Eli Bennett (Tenor Sax) Nimish Parekh (Trombone) Max Murphy (Baritone Sax) |
| Website(s) | www.fivealarmfunk.com |
Five Alarm Funk is a 12-piece afro-funk band based in Vancouver, BC. Their sound boasts a Fela Kuti experience while integrating the popular vibes from that of artists such as James Brown and Kool and the Gang. The combination of intricate percussion, juicy bass, lively guitar and a renowned horn section make this band unique to Canada.
Five Alarm Funk's live shows are a popular attraction to avid fans based in Vancouver and throughout BC. The enthusiastic dance parties and stage antics brought to each of Five Alarm Funks' shows keeps jazz fans and club kids alike returning.
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[edit] History
The current twelve members of Five Alarm Funk have come from different backgrounds of music though most played in separate rock bands previous to uniting the 12-piece afro-funk juggernaut. The band took off after the then 6-piece band named Five Alarm Funk won first place at a battle of the bands contest. Since that time several adjustments have been made as some previous members have left and others have joined. Ultimately the band has made room for 6 additional instruments which has brought them to their full sound. In March of 2006 Five Alarm Funk released their debut CD.
[edit] Discography
Albums
- Five Alarm Funk (2006)
