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The Down Unit
Funk / Lounge / Nu-Jazz

Holdin' down that funk



Denver / Boulder, Colorado
United States

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Last Login:  4/11/2009
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Member Since5/4/2005
Band Members

Matt Giancola - Guitar, Guitar Synth
Dave Voiles - Drums
Joey Mentoni - Keyboards
Jonathan Barkin - Bass
Anthony Darrouzet-Nardi - Trumpet
Aaron DiVesta - Alto/Tenor Sax/Flute
Andy Rosenberg- Alto Sax

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   About The Down Unit
Blending musical craftsmanship and inspired playing, The Down Unit is creating a niche all their own on the Denver music scene. Their high energy sound is a coalescence of influences ranging from 70's funk, fusion and soul to modern Jazz, electronic and Hip Hop sources. With a rhythm section comprised of guitar/guitar synth, vintage keyboards, bass, drums and a recently incorporated, tightly arranged, three-piece horn section, The Down Unit is capable of varied textures with a common goal in mind: groove. But that's not all. The Down Unit's compositions reveal a soulful melodicism and a harmonic sophistication that is rarely found on today's scene. Their dedication to improvisation and captivating, original songwriting creates a sound that is equally at home on the dance floor as it is in the lounge.


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MANTAR VISION





Jul 12 2009 12:21 PM

Hi

MANTAR VISION is back after a long absence, we start with 2 new songs on MI player, please take your time to come and visit, i'll be very honered, thanks for your ears , eyes and love...

Hope you are doing fine and wish you a good holiday...

MistII, Mantar vision
Euforquestra





Jun 23 2009 10:13 PM

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JFJO (Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey)





Jun 18 2009 1:59 PM


Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey returns to Colorado for 3 shows this week in Nederland, Boulder, & Denver!
Wed. 6/24 - First Street Pub - Nederland,CO Thurs. 6/25 - b.Side Lounge - Boulder,CO w/Fareed Haque Fri. 6/26 - Owsley's - Denver,CO w/Fareed Haque's Flat Earth Ensemble

BUCKNER FUNKENJAZZ





May 25 2009 11:41 PM

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BFJ has been nominated for DENVER'S BEST FUNK BAND in The Westword Music Showcase Awards.  We are Really Honored.

Please Go to musicshowcase.westword.com and Vote in category 26 (Funk) for BUCKNER FUNKENJAZZ.

Please go VOTE, we would really appreciate it!


Have a Great One! 

Bucky Loves You, Baby

BFJ

WESTWORD MUSIC SHOWCASE

Aaron Koppel





May 24 2009 6:15 PM

Check out sample tracks from our new album, Falling Together Falling Apart, on our Myspace Page.

"All in all, Aaron Koppel and company...have produced a lovely, lively collection marked by intelligent writing, emotional depth, and sterling musicianship." -Neil Tesser



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Apr 29 2009 4:12 PM

S Factor reality update
BUCKNER FUNKENJAZZ





Apr 9 2009 5:45 AM



Come FUNK with us Saturday Night at HERMAN’S HIDEAWAY!!

Show Starts @ 8 with JUST BE FRANK and THE LONNIE HILL BAND.


BUCKNER goes on @ 10:30pm.


Best dressed Pimp wins a FREE Suit from EBONY FASHIONS at Midnight.


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We'd Love to see you!

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SCHLEUSOLZ





Mar 2 2009 7:16 PM

NEW: SCHLEUSOLZ album "Running out of time" is out now

available on iTunes

and here:

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JFJO (Jacob Fred Jazz Odyssey)





Feb 28 2009 3:04 AM

JFJO just released their new studio album 'Winterwood' as a FREE DOWNLOAD! Download it now, then go see JFJO live at Owsley's on Sat. Feb.28th w/magicgravy. Get Winterwood now at WWW. JFJO. COM!
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BUCKNER FUNKENJAZZ





Feb 14 2009 6:09 AM

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Hey Fellas,

Come FUNK with us on VALENTINE’S DAY at HERMAN’S HIDEAWAY!!

Show Starts @ 8 with THE WOODIES and THE LONNIE HILL BAND.

BUCKNER goes on @ 10:30.

Make sure you tell Bobby that you saw this poster….. LMAO!!

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Big Rhythm Wine





Feb 6 2009 10:21 PM

Howdy,

This Saturday Feb 7th.
Centrally located in Weymouth Ma
Basta Bar
116 Washington St / Rt 53

Big Rhythm Wine
A Grateful Dead Experience
21+ - $5 - 9:30pm

hope to see you there!

www. bigrhythmwine. com
Progressive Motion Presents





Feb 5 2009 12:58 PM

Progressive Motion Presents is happy to announce the lineup for PROGRESSION II with over $10,000 cash & prizes paid out to the top 10 groups!

We are also giving away over $500 in prizes to the audience! Every ticket is good for a FREE raffle ticket.



Progressive Motion Presents is proud to announce
The 3rd Annual
SKY HIGH Music Festival

This production of Colorado’s largest event for 2009 boasts 200+ performing bands & groups from all over the world on 20+ stages!

Twice as many bands and stages as last year!

Mark your calendars for September 24th-27th

View our website now for all details

Want to perform @ the 3rd Annual SKY HIGH Music Festival?

Looking to play shows or book a tour?

Submit your contact info @ www. PMpresents. com

Rock & Roll Grill





Dec 15 2008 7:26 PM

The Rock & Roll Grill is hosting some benefit shows that we would love you to be a part of. Innervision( Blind and Disabled Musicians) and LOMA ( Left out Mothers Assn) are the beneficiaries, as a significant portion of alcohol sales will be donated to these great non profits. We still pay the bands based on attendance. If you are able to attract at least a small crowd to your show, we would love to have you. It's a party with a cause, and in these tough economic times, fundraisers like these are essential to keep these charities functioning. The following dates are available. Friday, Dec. 19th, Saturday, Dec. 20th. Friday, Dec. 26th, Saturday, Dec. 27th, Wednesday, New Years Eve, Friday, Jan. 2nd and Saturday, Jan. 3rd. Please let me know which date you are interested in. You are welcome to invite other artists to join the show. Thanks for helping our community and we wish you a beautiful and safe Christmas season.
Love, Mick
Pastor Joe





Dec 10 2008 10:49 AM

Hope your doing well. We are trying to get the word out about the cross movie which will be in theaters March 27, 2009. Please watch the trailer, if you like what you see, add Arthur as a friend, visit the official website (below) for embed / promotional codes.


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Big Rhythm Wine





Nov 25 2008 3:41 AM

Back to our 'Last Saturday of every month' show at Bogart's (formerly Our Place Saloon) in Bridgewater. Always a good time, come boogie off some of that turkey (or tofurkey for you non meat eaters). Bogart's is a very cool place and centrally located near Boston and RI.

Sat 11/29
14 Summer St Bridgewater MA
9:30pm
$5
21+

www. bigrhythmwine. com
www/youtube. com/bigrhythmwine

Hope to see you there!
UmConscious





Nov 25 2008 3:09 AM

The UM invite you to a pre Thanksgiving Jam with UmConscious, Maneline and special guest Self Expression Music. So before you slip into your turkey coma, come hit the Soiled Dove to kick off the Holiday season right.

Hope to catch you there
The Um Crew
WICKED GARDEN





Nov 13 2008 4:08 PM

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Oct 12 2008 4:07 AM


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Teddy Presberg





Sep 16 2008 4:55 PM

Hey my funky friend,

check out my debut album "Blueprint of Soul" --- it is the funk! Check it out:

Blueprint of Soul Now Available!

Also, here is the link to sign-up to my email list:

OutrightMusic.com

Keep cool and in touch,

Teddy
HYENA Records





Sep 5 2008 10:19 PM

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You Design it, We PRINT it!!





Aug 12 2008 7:10 PM

Have you looked at the line-up for monolith festival? Some great local bands are playing...

The website has details of the artists and bios and stuff... I think there are some deals on tickets too.

NuGroove Records





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BUCKNER FUNKENJAZZ





Jul 3 2008 6:36 PM

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Hey Fellas,

Make a DECLARATION of FUNKINESS!

BUCKNER and FREDDI-HENCHI together again this SATURDAY Night for THE FUNK REUNION 2!
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This is gonna be an INCREDIBLE Show!!

You have the RIGHT to get FUNKY!

We'd love to see you,

BFJ

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UmConscious





Jul 1 2008 2:31 AM


This is going to be the party of the year at the Gothic Theatre. We need everybody to come down and help support. Bring a friend or two because this show is going to be jumping. PERSHIATE CHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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