Carolynn Black on vocals...Jon Hoel on saxophone...Brian Bateman on bass...Aaron Streicher on drums...Todd Thomas on guitar
Influences
if it has a killer groove and a luscious sound, it's probably moved us all in some way. Here's just a few: Stevie Wonder, Brand New Heavies, Jill Scott, Sly & The Family Stone, Breakestra, Prince...
Vibe Syndicate is an original 5-piece band from Madison, Wisconsin whose sound incorporates elements of funk, soul, r&b, jazz and hip-hop. Influenced by everything from James Brown to Miles Davis, the band features Carolynn Black on vocals and the occasional tambourine, Jon Hoel on saxophone and flute, Todd Thomas on guitar, Brian Bateman on bass, and Aaron Streicher on drums. Their combined experience and musical knowledge is clearly evident in their electrifying stage performances. A typical set at a Vibe Syndicate show is heavy on the original tunes with some choice covers from artists like Stevie Wonder, Curtis Mayfield, and west coast funk band Breakestra, to name just a few.
Released in October 2007, their deubt cd “Check Yourself,” flows from one style to the next, wrapping political verses and lusty come-ons around funky grooves and sultry beats. The title track rants against an insensitive lover, while the calypso flavored “Give me more” pleads for, well, more. Ms. Black’s lyrics are often inspired by her experiences living in New York, including “Can you believe?” which recounts 9/11 as seen from her Brooklyn backyard.
Carolynn Black, who also sang with local legend Clyde Stubblefield, joined the band in 2005 after moving to Madison from New York where she was a regular performer at famed Greenwich Village club The Bitter End. Jon Hoel, a seriously funky brass man, also plays with The Get Down Syndrome and has helped to organize the Recreational Rhythms festival four years running.
Voted Best New Band in 2007 by Isthmus readers in the Annual Manual, Vibe Syndicate has also been nominated for Madison Area Music Awards (MAMA) in 2007, 2005 and 2004.
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Thanks, for the comments. You guy's deserved this...really great music. I hope we get to do a show together someday, that would be a trip....AWATH hearts Vibe Syndicate:)
Thanks for add guys. I hope to catch you all live this summer,around Mad-City. Maybe @ "The King Club" or the "High Noon" Keep it funky @ Big up Mad-City Music
Thanks for the gig tonight. We had a wonderful time. I hope the drums were not too loud! Anytime you wanna gig together, just let us know and we're there!
Sorry I've been out of touch for a bit. Tons of deadlines and a move going on. But I wanted to drop you a line to wish you the happiest of holidays and a prosperous new year. Let's make 2007 the best one yet!
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