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The Funk Junket: Ready to Move and Groove?

The Funk Junket: Ready to Move and Groove?The Funk Junket: Ready to Move and Groove?The Funk Junket: Ready to Move and Groove?

The Funk Junket is a high-voltage, astro-funk band delivering a funk set that creates irresistible grooves and positive energy for the soul.

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upcoming shows

Discover why The Funk Junket is one of the hottest new bands on the Central Coast, bringing an electrifying, funky grooves that will captivate  you, ennervate you, liberate you.

8/8/26

TFJ at the Libertine in SLO

8:30-10:30

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8/8/26

TFJ at the Libertine in SLO

 Liberate yourself from the dog days of summer at the Libertine. For a night of musical debauchery and fun, good food and drink. We will enc...

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8:30-10:30

8/21/26

TFJ at Celia's Garden Cafe in Osos

5:00-7:00

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8/21/26

TFJ at Celia's Garden Cafe in Osos

 We are looking forward to a maiden voyage adventure at newish local music venue in Los  Osos Celias's Garden Cafe. Nice outdoor space being...

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5:00-7:00

8/23/26

TFJ at Schooners in Cayucos

1:00-4:00

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8/23/26

TFJ at Schooners in Cayucos

  Beach goers unit at Schooners with ocean views and breezes, great food, tunes and libations to keep you flowing. Where a big crazy hat (an...

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1:00-4:00

8/29/26

TFJ at the Stone Soup Festival in Grover Beach

1:30-3:00

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8/29/26

TFJ at the Stone Soup Festival in Grover Beach

The Stone Soup Music Festival happening again this year in beautiful Grover Beach CA.

Come check us out playing in the gorgeous new band stan...

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1:30-3:00

9/11/26

TFJ at Claireborne Churchill Winery

4pm - 7pm

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9/11/26

TFJ at Claireborne Churchill Winery

 Funk and Pinot pair well! Taste some wines and let the subtle grooves expand you mind and palate. Bring your dancing shoes. 

4pm - 7pm

Posters for upcoming shows

    cLIPS OF THE FUNK JUNKET IN ACTION

    "Turn on Your Light" - We can all use a little more light so let it shine bright.

    Mardi Gras Barn Dance

    Shakin' the Tree at the Olde Ale House on a groovy Sunday afternoon.

    The Murga hits the big time. Opening for Digging Dirt.


    Highlight Reel from the WhaleRock Festival

    FunkY VERSION OF Art Blakey's "Moanin'"

    'No Answer' (Ikeba Shakedown) live at Puffers of Pismo

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      About the funk junket

      Group of five men on stage in colorful, festive attire with musical instruments and hats.

      Our Story

      The Funk Junket formed in 2023 to celebrate the timeless grooves of African funk, Latin jazz, and world beat musicians such as Fela Kuti, Tony Allen, Willie Colon, and Art Blakey. Our funk set features unique interpretations of global beats alongside our original music, highlighting the power of music to unify, inspire, and elevate.

      A joyful group of six musicians posing on stage with instruments and a Rod & Hammer's backdrop.

      Our Mission

      Our mission is to create an unforgettable musical experience that will move your body and soothe your soul and invite your spirit to sing with our scintillating rhythms, funky grooves, and soaring melodies.

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      the Musicians

      Paul Trent on drums, Billy Baxmeyer on bass, Aaron Burger on guitar, Sam Franklin on sax,  and Geof Land on trumpet create an incredible outfit.

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      Funk filled Photo Gallery

      Two musicians perform energetically on stage with vibrant lighting and colorful outfits.
      A joyful group of six musicians posing on stage with instruments and a Rod & Hammer's backdrop.
      Outdoor band playing diverse instruments under a canopy.
      Group of five men on stage in colorful, festive attire with musical instruments and hats.
      A vibrant live band performs on stage with colorful lighting and various instruments.
      A jazz band performs live in a vibrant, colorful club setting.
      Three men posing together in a colorful room, one holding a wooden paddle.
      A man playing electric guitar on stage under blue lighting.
      A drummer in a patterned shirt and hat playing on a drum set under stage lights.
      Musician playing bass guitar under blue stage lighting at a live performance.

      Contact us

      booking@thefunkjunket.net

      Contact us to schedule events and shows, inquire about our funk musical philosophy, ask questions about swag, share bass player jokes, or to reach us for any other band-related reason.

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