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The Funkfather
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Newport News, Virginia
United States

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Last Login:  11/13/2009
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Member Since1/8/2007
Band Websitewww.myspace.com/thefunkfather
Band Members
InfluencesMark Adams, Marcus Miller, Nate Phillips, Scott Ambush, Nathan East, Jimmy Johnson, Peter Muller, Doug Johns & Doug Ross are a few of my favorite bass players! I love Jazz, Latin, R&B & Reggae/Caribbean & Funk!
Sounds LikeBelow are some short demos snippets. All tracks were programmed by me using loops and samples. All the bass you hear is played live by me. Basses used are a Fender Jazz 4 string and a Tobias 5 string. I am available for cyber/internet and standard studio projects. All genres represented. Very reasonable rates and super fast service. Pro quality bass tracks. Enjoy!
Record LabelQuote unQuote Productions/Funkfather Records
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   About The Funkfather
Hi, my name is Dave Walmsley, Sr., Bassist w/35yrs.exp. Originally from Mount Vernon, New York. Experienced in recording, producing, songwriting and arranging in all styles of music. I have played with some excellent musicians such as Tony Cintron, who's played for Dave Valentin & Spyro Gyra among others. Phil Hamilton, who's played for Vanessa Williams, Roberta Flack and Luther Vandross. Jorg Krukel, Forest Muther, Brent Williams, Lindy Wilson, Marcelo Cardozo, Regis Ferrer & Ron Quailey. I've played in many bands playing all styles of music but my style is deeply rooted in Pop, Jazz, Funk, R&B/Soul/Motown and Latin/Caribbean/Reggae . Bands/Artists I've played for include, Electric Smoke, RYZE, Jon Phelps-Steele, Curtis Hairston, Jigsaww, JPT, Rhythm Magik, The 1Fifty1 Band, Fire and Grooveline. I've also played at many well known musical clubs and establishments in NYC, Westchester County(NY),CT,NJ,MA, DE, MD, DC, NC & VA. I sub for several bands in the Hampton Roads area. I'm available for cyber projects, recording projects, samples and arranging.I can add professional, quality real live bass to your projects. I can also add real bass to your hip hop/rap projects. Please scroll down and listen to my demos. Feel free to comment. My rates are extremely reasonable. .. Myspace Layouts and SO much more from WhateverLife.com! ?

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Bruce Royal

Bruce Royal



Nov 5 2009 7:37 PM

Waddup Brutha?  I know it's been a while, but I'm back online.  Tell everyone at the island I said hey.  One Love.
MV_RICAN

MV_RICAN



Jul 30 2009 5:34 AM

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ZX9R

ZX9R



Jul 23 2009 6:48 AM

FF, ALWAYS GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU. MOST CERTAINLY LET ME KNOW WHEN YOUR OUT DOIN' SOMETHING... STILL LOOKIN' FORWARD TO DOIN' A SET WITH YOU AT SOME POINT & TIME.
Vanilla 068

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Jun 30 2009 11:49 PM

Vanilla 068

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Jun 21 2009 7:52 PM

Happy Fathers day daddy....love you
ZX9R

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May 28 2009 1:34 PM

FF whats shakin? Holla bak brah!
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Apr 13 2009 1:18 AM

HEII DADDY,WATS SHAKIN?? HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE BABYSHOWER(LOL)....MISS U LATA
the real jimmy young

the real jimmy young



Apr 8 2009 7:12 PM

Charles Alford aka " Poop "
the real jimmy young

the real jimmy young



Apr 8 2009 7:05 PM

That's Chico Northern
ZX9R

ZX9R



Apr 3 2009 5:47 AM

FF WHAT'S GOOD WITH YA BRAH? ANYBODY NEED A DRUMMER?
Marcellino Marcello

Marcellino Marcello



Mar 13 2009 4:52 AM

Hi
Thanks for the add
Marcello Marcellino Bass player from Italy
Janet

Janet



Feb 25 2009 12:19 AM

Sending sweet blessings your way have a lovely Wednesday my friend.
the real jimmy young

the real jimmy young



Feb 9 2009 4:00 AM

Thanks to my Brother Man, and much Respect.
Sexi Mexi

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Jan 5 2009 9:27 PM


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Jan 2 2009 1:00 AM

Happy New Year! Love you guys!
Stan Hinesley Pickups

Stan Hinesley



Dec 31 2008 1:51 PM

Hey Dave-
Thanks for checking me out and for your friendship, your support is truly appreciated! Rock on…
~Stan

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Lelita

Lelita



Dec 16 2008 6:24 PM

Hey!!!! Happy Holidays!!!
Stephen

Stephen Steckel



Dec 3 2008 10:59 AM

Greetings from Amish Country
Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Really cool music you got there Dave
I like it
Wishing you the greatest success with it!
Please stop by & check out my songs if you get a chance!
Godz Secret Weapon

Godz Secret Weapon



Nov 19 2008 11:34 PM

Just stopping by to say Hello. . . .
Darick Felter

Darick Felter



Nov 12 2008 7:12 PM

Just checkin in here, hows things up there?
Chrystal

Chrystal



Nov 8 2008 11:52 PM

Hey!! How are you? ;)
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Nov 7 2008 6:18 AM

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Rudy Ray Harmon

Rudy Ray Harmon



Nov 5 2008 4:04 PM

Yes, we can, and we did!
Victoria

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Sep 26 2008 6:28 PM

Hey funkman! :) Always showing love to my yankees, no matter what!

ready to rock tomorrow! :)
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