William Allums: Drums - Keith Brown: Lead Vocals - Ian Lamson: Guitar (Rhythm & Lead) - Dan Daniels: Keys/ Vocals - Jim Peterson: Sax (Alto & Tenor) Vocals - Timm Walker: Bass/ Vocals/ Song Writer/ Music Director
Influences
Beaufunk is a concept to do with the marriage of Oakland and New Orleans funk styles. Of course, one could not responsibly mention the funk of Oakland without the naming of Oakland's funk majors, Tower of Power. It is with this style of precise musical punctuation and syncopated rhythms that Beaufunk will bring to the tried and true genre of New Orleans funk a difference that will set the unit apart from any other. In addition, one could not mention the funk of New Orleans without naming The Meters.
It was in the basement artist dressing room of B.B. Kings Blues Lounge in New York City that the sap of this project began seeping out into the universe. Founding members Timm Walker and Ian Lamson, after yet another memorable performance as members of the Elvin Bishop Band, were both mesmerized by the energy and anticipation by a now completely different audience to see the upcoming act, Ivan Neville. And when the music began, they both were transformed by the spirit and energy of the funk they heard. "It was rejuvenating and captivating. At the same time it was a little saddening because I was hearing the music of my roots but had no present project that allowed me to really funk," says bass player Timm Walker. "It was fun running into my buddy Skeric (who was playing sax for Ivan) and hangin out with Dumpstaphunk. It just felt like coming home. I knew it would have a profound effect on my thinking." It would seem it is not at all surprising that both Lamson and Walker subsequently left the Elvin Bishop Band and formed their own project. The likely choice of drummers, William Allums, also of Louisiana rooting, and having played with Walker for more than fifteen years with Zydeco Flames, eagerly joined the group and the team soon began on the journey toward greater funk. With the additions of fabulous lead vocalist Keith Brown, the sexy sax of Brian Copeland, and last but certainly not least, the versatile and talented Scott MacGill on keys, this group has the makings of a really special unit. Let it be known that in the years to come Beaufunk will be a formidable player in the traditions of New Orleans and Oakland funk.
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Hey cousin..I was just surfing through youtube and I came across a video of you with Beaufunk...it was soooooo good.... do you guys ever perform in SF? How are you and what's new??? Love you!!!!
Here is the link to HornDrivenRadio.com that Beaufunk is on - they're playing "What is Wrong" How cool is that! Checkem' out here and then go checkem' out live! You won't be disappointed - I promise! They'll get ya funkin' and groovin' all night long! :)
Just stopped by to wish you a Happy Holiday's & a very safe and Happy New Year. And don't forget to come to my next up coming show. Peace.
René Escovedo & Grupo Festejo @ La Taza De Cafe.. 01/03/2009 07:30 PM 3909 Grand Avenue Oakland, California 94610 US Cost:N/A Description: René Escovedo will be performing with his Latin group "Grupo Festejo" at the new Latino/Cubano hot spot in the east bay. The La Taza De Cafe.. is a very nice Cuban & Latin American Cuisine Restaurant, with a great second floor Bar Lounge that has a great view of the street below. As you sit and listen to live entertainment and enjoy a very tasty Sangria, you can wait to be seated in one of the cosy Banquet dining rooms either on the main floor or up on the third floor or maybe weather permitting you can be seated out in the lovely Patio Dining area that is filled with beautiful palm trees. With a very friendly staff, you will be greeted with a smile and a very warm Hello, you will also be well taken care of. So please join us for a night that shall be forever remembered. Peace.
Hey guys, just droppin by to let you know we featured you on the SOUL_jazz show this week.
Olivia Leisk – I’ll be fine (Demo) Azymuth – A quiema roupa (CD – Farout Latin Jazz II) Paul MacInnes & TBOI – Welcome to the bunker (CD – Paul MacInnes & TBOI) David Dyson – Quick witted (CD – Unleased) Jeff Cascaro – The sun is shining for our love (CD – Mother and brother) Maxi – Stepping out ( CD – Soulful integrity) Blossom – Blossom wind (CD – Keneya) Jerome Prister – Say you’ll be (1987 Sure Delight 12") Candi Staton – When you wake up tomorrow (1979 LP - Chance) Blue Feathers – Lets funk tonight (1981 Siamese 12") Beaufunk – Change gonna come fa better (CD – Change gonna come fa better) Evan Knight – Sound check (CD - Reminisece)
DONT MISS THE LARRY JAZZ BAND @ THE FIRE DEN CLUB 09/20/2008 08:00 PM - THE LARRY JAZZ BAND @ THE FIRE DEN CLUB CORNER OF PARK STREET & SAN ANTONIO STREET ALAMEDA, California 94501 US Cost:FREE Description:THE LARRY JAZZ BAND OFFERS A GREAT BLEND OF HIGH ENERGY FUNK, LAID BACK JAZZ, AND REAL COOL SOUL. THEY WILL BE PERFORMING SONGS OFF OF THEIR LATEST CD CALLED, SUNNY DAYS. THE TITLE TRACK IS A GREAT LAID BACK TUNE THAT IS PERFECT AS IS THE NAME OF THE CD. ALONG WITH ALL THE OTHER TUNES YOU WILL HEAR TONIGHT, I AM SURE YOU WILL INJOY THIS GREAT COOL & FUNKY GROUP. AND AS ALWAYS, DONT FORGET TO TRY THE GREAT FOOD, I REALLY DONT THINK YOU CAN BEAT THE PRICE.
I need to know what dates you can do in October at the club. Get back to me so I can put you guy's in, I have to go in on this Tuesday the 12th to go over the schedule. So hit me back ASAP. E.
08/02/2008 12:00 PM - RUMBA COMPAY & CONGA JAM REDWOOD SQUARE AT PARK STREET & ALAMEDA AVENUE ALAMEDA, 94501 US Cost:N/A Description:THE RUMBA COMPAY IS GETTING TOGETHER AGAIN IN GOOD OLD ALAMEDA. SO COME ON AND CHECK OUT THE JAM, AND SEE IF YOU CAN JOIN IN AND PLAY SOME COOL AFRO CUBAN GROOVES WITH US. AND IF WE HAVE TO MOVE TO A NEW SPOT, WE WILL JUST SHOOT DOWN TO THE MALL AT THE FRONT OF BOARDERS BOOK STORE. SO REMEMBER, YOU DONT HAVE TO LIE, TO KICK IT! E.
