Mountain Music Productions and the Historic Brookdale Lodge are pleased to present funk outfit The Funkanauts Saturday, June 29 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. Come dance to the grooves!
The Funkanauts are a San Francisco-based band that has been making waves in the music industry for years. Led by the charismatic Jstone, the band is known for their unique blend of funk, soul, and hip hop, with a touch of Afro-futurism thrown in for good measure. Jstone, born Jason Collins, was always drawn to music from a young age. He grew up in San Francisco, where he was exposed to a wide range of musical styles and influences. He started playing guitar and writing songs in his teens, and by the time he was in his twenties, he had formed a band with some friends.
The Funkanauts came together in the late 1990s, and quickly gained a reputation for their high-energy live shows and infectious grooves. Jstone was the driving force behind the band, writing most of the songs and serving as the lead vocalist and guitarist. The band's music is heavily influenced by the funk and soul sounds of the 70s, as well as the hip hop beats of the 90s. But what sets the Funkanauts apart is their commitment to Afro-futurism, a genre that blends African culture and science fiction themes. Jstone has always been fascinated by the concept of a "black future", and he incorporates this into his lyrics and stage persona.
Over the years, the Funkanauts have released several albums and toured extensively throughout the US and Europe. They have shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the industry, including George Clinton, Bootsy Collins, and Parliament-Funkadelic.
Despite their success, the Funkanauts remain grounded and committed to their art. Jstone continues to write and perform, and the band continues to evolve and push boundaries with their music. With their unique blend of funk, soul, and Afro-futurism, the Funkanauts are sure to keep grooving for years to come.
Funkanauts are:
◦ Jstone - Lead Vocals - Lead Guitar ◦ Greg - Bass - Vocals ◦ Kyle - Drums, 5 piece ◦ Chris - 2 Keyboards ◦ Dillion - Guitar ◦ Rick - Congas and Timbales
Artist sights and sounds: https://ourstage.com/profile/funkanauts https://youtu.be/MOBSXQO6sX4
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