Electronic Press kit
The Funk Junket is a high-voltage global funk band dedicated to creating irresistible grooves and positive energy for the soul. Based on California's Central Coast, The Funk Junket's journeymen musicians cook up a fresh gumbo of jazz, funk, and afrobeat that is sure to pack the dance floor. Our mission is to uplift, inspire and ignite through an original fusion of funky Astro-grooves. Formed in late 2023, The Funk Junket has already gained an enthusiastic following and is becoming a sought-after band for its funky horns, global grooves, deep pocket rhythms and original compositions. They are sure to bring some joy and movement to your body mind and soul.
The Funk Junket Musicians include: Paul Trent (drums, vocals), Billy Baxmeyer (bass, vocals), Aaron Burger (guitar, Vocals), Vince Cimo (keyboard), Sam Franklin (sax), and Geof Land (trumpet, vocals).
Reviews:
" The Funk Junket is certain to bring the funk... Yet they also bring so much fun! We thoroughly enjoyed them playing our space and would have them every weekend if we could! They get people up on the dance floor , and are all incredibly talented musicians!"
- Kolleen Harrison, proprietor of SLO Wine and Beer, SLO CA
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"The Funk Junket's sensuous, uplifting , multi-rhythmic carnival of sound will have you dancing, floating in a joyful expression of life."
- Charlie Puffer, owner of Puffers of Pismo, Pismo Beach, CA
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"The Funk Junket always brings the perfect combinations of fun, funk community and cool. Events with them have always been our favorites as the music is always groovin' all night long, combined with the special community they have created through their music. Their presence always make for joyful nights!"
Sam DeNicola, Co-Owner, Bread Bike Bakery, San Luis Obispo