Everyday People are an exiting and energetic dublin based 6 piece funk/soul/jazz ensemble,
each of the six are experienced and accomplished musicians in their own right. Created and set up by multi instrumentalist
Maria Fitzgerald who plays drums in the band, joined
by Irish bass player Brian Shanley, Italian keys player Tommaso Riva,
Polish guitarist Michael Okulicz, English vocalist Tam and Irish saxophonist/flautist Simon Wall. Together
they create a fusion of both new and old school funk with elements of jazz and soul.
They have been compaired to bands such as Breakestra and The Meters, combined with
a talent for exiting and energetic immprovisation. Playing an exiting mix of funk and soul classics from stevie wonder to james brown,
Aretha franklin to Nina simone and Bill withers.
"These guys have a distinct style with a fantastic onstage presence"
"The first irish band in years to resurect the true sounds of
old school funk and fuse them with a contemporary feel"
"One of the most unique and talented groups on the Irish scene"
"These guys will have you on your feet all night and leave you wanting more"
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what a show last night lads. animal. seriously loved the sounds, we will be back for more. tis nigh on time a band like yisser selves came about, in true sly and the family multicultural/multigender styleee!! Yowsa!!
hey guys, great tunes!! If you should be in Hamburg at some stage, let us know!! We'd love to have you in the show. Greetings from the German Balcony, die Balkonisten
Greetings from Nashville, Everyday People. Man, you sound great! Y'all (as we say here) know the language and the heart of this kind of music. It's the genuine article. Thanks 4 the +!
Hey guys, Cheers for the request! Really diggin' the funk!!! Drop by the page sometime, would love to hear what you think of the tunes??? All the best, Tom...
Brian Shanley - Bass
Tommaso Riva - Keys
Michael Okulicz - Guitar
Tam - Vocals
Simon Wall - Sax/Flute
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