Esteban call it Desert Funk. It's what happens when you want to dance! to get up and get down to dirty funk beats, to be taken on a journey through lyrical landscapes that transport you to the hills of Santiago and the beaches of South East Asia.
Just after 11pm on 12th October 2002, deadly acts of terrorism occurred in the backpacking district of Kuta on the island of Bali, Indonesia. Around late night camp fires, stories were told and thoughts exchanged about the world and its ways. Four young musicians on a life changing voyage to South East Asia felt like their eyes were being fully opened to the world in which they lived. Amongst beautifully chaotic surroundings they found what they believed in and came to a decision…
With touring firmly in their blood, Esteban have appeared alongside Gomez, Chumbawamba and the Young Knives. On the road is where you'll be captivated by vocalist Stephen's enigmatic performances and crazy dance moves.
“The band is like an extended family and there is no better feeling than creating and performing with your best friends.” Says bassist Ricky whose uncle used to play sax in Charlie Watts' (of The Rolling Stones) jazz band. Ricky grew up hanging out with musicians. “To Ricky: Merry Christmas from B.B. King” reads the postcard. Guitarist Liam is a Grade 8 classical guitarist who traveled to Cuba in order to play with Buena Vista Social Club guitarist Eliades Ochoa. Just listen to Liam's wonderful finger picking style of playing to understand that Esteban are truly original. Drummer Muel adds: “One ethos surrounding Esteban is innovation and imagination, lyrically the best messages are the simplest, that way they reach everyone positively".
Enchanted by gloriously addictive pop hooks your senses are reminded of Chili's, Jamiroquai, Bee Gees, Crosby Stills Nash & Young, Bob Marley and The Police.
Esteban's debut EP ‘Santiago’ has already created waves on both sides of the Atlantic since its release in 2008 on The Animal Farm.
“Continuing their odyssey into what they call desert funk, Esteban are, for me, one of the most exciting emerging bands in the UK at the minute…” ANDY JOHNSON LINE OF BEST FIT
“Esteban; it’s a world sound explosion of fingerstyle funk” TOTAL GUITAR
“Esteban play funky vibey world music with soaring choruses and socially aware lyrics. There’s no-one like them out there” TOM ROBINSON BBC 6 MUSIC
“... a very impressive bunch of funksters... A damn good vibe!” TOXIC PETE
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Hey there, just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the beginning of your set at The Fishpond the other day! It was a pity I had to go and get the last train....
Hey lads, Thanks for being a friend. See ya tomorrow at Ryans. Please check out my new album on my profile and let me know what ya think. Many Thanks, David Lacey
Hey Hey, My new band WhiteMoor FINALLY have some music up on our profile!! Please head over and let us know what you think. your comments are much appreciated. x Barrington WM
Hello there, I hope this comment finds you well and having a good weekend. It is very chilly here today. Not done a lot just been on the PC and watched a bit of telly. It certainly feels like winter is on the way now with the nights closing in and the temperature going down rather than up. Keep in touch. Love, Sara XXX
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