Fusebox Funk
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| Background information | |
| Origin | Jacksonville, Florida |
| Genres | Alternative Hip hop / Funk |
| Years active | 2001 - present |
| Associated acts | J. Dash |
| Website | fuseboxfunk.net |
| Members | ChrizP - Saxophone, Percussion, Vocals J. Dash - Vocals, Synth, Keys El Producto - Trombone, Synth, Vocals Ladd Acree - Guitar ByrDog - Drums Cary The Label Guy - Bass |
| Past members | Bream Busta (Seth Kottler) - Bass Pete Booras - Drums Dr Concussion - Guitar, Vocals |
Fusebox Funk is a powerhouse 6 piece Funk/Hip Hop phenomenon! Hailing from Jacksonville FL, Fusebox Funk has thrilled tens of thousands of fans at clubs and festivals across the country since their debut in 2001. Featuring a full horn section, 3 vocalists, and one of the tightest rhythm sections in the region, Fusebox Funk is guaranteed to be a standout at any venue or festival and can appeal to any type of audience.
The group features a plethora of talent, including gold record artist J. Dash on keys and vocals.
History
Originally formed in 2001 and originally funded by ex-drummer Pete Booras, the band self produced their own CD demos, DVD videos and released their first CD, titled The Solution, in 2004. They also acted as their own agent and manager, booking gigs on their own[1][2] until 2008.[citation needed]
After several years the band went through a line-up change in 2007 adding Drummer Jeff Byrd (ByrDog), a Jazz/Fusion drummer with Hip-Hop roots, and bassist Cary Jordan (Cary The Label Guy), a bassist with Jazz/Rock/Hip-Hop roots and a Warwick (bass guitar) user.[3]
2008 also welcomed rapper/celebrity chef J Dash to the Fusebox Funk lineup as a full-time keyboardist/vocalist.
Fusebox Funk have appeared on the same bill with artists such as Galactic, Ozomatli and George Clinton as well as performed with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra.[4]
Discography
- The Solution EP (2004)
- The Next Obsession EP (2006)
- Live and Limited (2009)
- The Subterrestrials EP (2010)
External links
References
- ↑ Silverstein, Bella. Band finds its sound chemistry, Southside River City News January 10, 2004. Retrieved 2008-10-20
- ↑ McClaran , Tamara Jam band Fusebox Funk keeps audience members on their feet, Ponte Verda Shorelines July 21, 2004. Retrieved 2008-10-20
- ↑ Warwick. Cary Jordan bio Retrieved 2008-10-20
- ↑ McClaran , Tamara. Fusebox Funk set to jam with the symphony, Ponte Verda Shorelines August 30, 2006. Retrieved 2008-10-20
