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Organism
Funk / Jazz / Drum & Bass

Acid Soul, Jazz-Funk, R&B vocals, Danceable Groove



Boston, Massachusetts
United States

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Last Login:  11/3/2009
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Member Since9/26/2006
Band Members

Steve Giannaros - Saxophone
www.stevegiannaros.com

John Corda - Organ/Keyboards/Bass
www.johncorda.com
www.mashedbuddha.com

Pete MacLean - Drums
(currently a member of every band in the greater boston area)

InfluencesEverything under the sun, man.
Sounds LikeSoulive; Medeski, Martin, & Wood; Groove Collective, Headhunters, Garaj Mahal
Type of LabelMajor


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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Feb 20 2010 9:00P
The Barley Pub Dover, New Hampshire

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   About Organism
The new Organism CD is available on CDBaby -
ORGANISM: Sound Helmet
Buy the CD
And also at Apple iTunes and Rhapsody

A blend of Groove Collective, Sex Mob, Soulive, and MMW, Organism takes groove based improvisation to a whole new level, combining Acid Soul, Latin, Afrobeat, mashups of pop tunes, and often featuring R&B Vocalist Lori Dow. Hailing from Boston, these four ubiquitous musicians jam together onstage as one while holding down a solid groove that compels one to move at least eleven muscles in synchronicity with the music. This band continues to expand their following throughout New England. Check out their recent debut 'Sound Helmet' which according to one reviewer, is "a remarkable self-produced and self-released debut recording that exudes a variety of pulsating grooves. The music...is in a jazz-funk-Latin vein that both offers a variety of tonal colors without sacrificing the core grooves and serves as a starting point for exceptional solos from all the group members. All in all, a solidly superb debut CD." -Alan Chase, the Wire. Link to the full review

Northeast Performer reviews Sound Helmet:

"Organism’s debut, Sound Helmet, resounds with tight, acid jazz grooves and hints of drum n’ bass, rock, and Latin stylings. Capitalizing on the energy of their extended improvisational sections, this Boston-based quartet offers a collective sound comparable to jazz/funk powerhouse Soulive and fusion greats Tribal Tech. These comparisons, however, should be used loosely, as their instrumentation and individual styles ultimately differentiate them from their musical peers. Organism is comprised of Steve Giannaros on saxophone, guitarist Brian Leccese, John Corda on organ/keyboards/bass and drummer Pete MacLean, all of whom display superior technical mastery.

The opener, “Two Percent Higher,” launches with Leccese laying down a soulful intro guitar riff which, two bars later, is joined by a characteristically tight medium-tempo funk groove and saxophone melody. Following individual solos, the group flawlessly slides into spacey bridges driven by soundscapes of synth and wah-infused guitar filler. Their impressive cover of Joshua Redman’s “Jazz Crimes” is a highly syncopated funk romp, showcasing MacLean’s solo chops in an extended, song-concluding vamp. .... the sound quality and production is top-notch and crisp....

Sound Helmet is a contemporary take of groove-based jazz with a nod to the days of fusion’s past. However, anyone with an ear for improvisational interplay and danceable rhythms can and will appreciate this effort." -Sam Merrick


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Lori Dow

Lori Dow



Oct 31 2009 1:17 PM

Its been a while since I've seen you guys. I miss ya! Be well.
FORCE Recordings New Album Release!

FORCE Recordings New Album Release!



Aug 8 2009 9:41 PM

This once all-DrumNbass label proudly presents our first DUBSTEP release!  A grimey kick to the face from the terrorizts themselves, UltraBLACK! NOW AVAILABLE @ beatport.com! Check it!



Cheers!
yoyo

yoyo



Jun 30 2009 3:48 PM

Thanks for being friends :)
Hope you like our old school Soul Music.
Have a wonderful day!
Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes

Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes



Apr 24 2009 10:59 PM

We're now accepting submissions for our next mixtapes, please submit
your info at www.coast2coastsubmissions.com for your chance to get a
spot on the next mixtape!











Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes

Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes



Apr 24 2009 5:43 PM

We're now accepting submissions for our next mixtapes, please submit
your info at www.coast2coastsubmissions.com for your chance to get a
spot on the next mixtape!











FORCE Recordings New Album Release!

FORCE Recordings New Album Release!



Mar 17 2009 10:59 PM

Letting all the bass-heads know Force just dropped its latest.
Check it :)

Force Twitter

AFLAME's triple threat -
AFLAME feat. Deamon K's DANGER EP.

Also new from our sister label Nightmare Recordings, for all you darkcore listeners out there we present the Matar Album: Dark Matter.

Click the images to listen at Beatport!





Cheers!
Big Rhythm Wine

Big Rhythm Wine



Feb 7 2009 7:01 PM

Howdy,

Today 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
BroosLee

Ryan Lee



Nov 29 2008 4:05 AM

Just showin some love.
You guys are crazy good. I haven't stopped listening to Sound Helmet since I bought it 3 months ago. Any plans for a new album? (You GOTTA put Fela on it.)
Keep jammin!
epitaph R•i•P.

epitaph R•i•P.



Nov 29 2008 2:46 AM



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Lori Dow

Lori Dow



Jul 22 2008 1:32 PM

Dropping by to say a quick hello. I'll see you guys on August 9.
♥ KAY ♥ (11.2.07)

♥ KAY ♥ (11.2.07)



Jul 4 2008 5:12 PM

happy fourth of july
schrooty

Jason Schroot



Jun 18 2008 4:29 PM

Yo Brian, you know I still luv ya baby!!!!!! Sideways is siiiiiiiiiick!
UROCKON

Urockon ROcks



Apr 30 2008 2:59 AM

Thanks for being a friend of www. urockon. com
LOUD OWLS

LOUD OWLS



Feb 25 2008 6:46 AM

thanks!!! dig the sounds!!!!
John Aruda

John Aruda



Jan 17 2008 10:38 PM

Tony Gallo

Tony Gallo



Jan 2 2008 5:02 AM

You guys sound great! Peace Tony g.
Atlas Soul

Atlas Soul



Dec 22 2007 8:55 PM

Hey there!

We are finalist in the Independent Music Awards.

Check out our blog and vote if you have a chance.

Thanks for your support. Peace.

Jacques
OLD HAUL

OLD HAUL



Dec 21 2007 7:24 PM

Amanda

Amanda



Nov 18 2007 1:47 PM

come back to the barley pub before christmas! i miss your last show!
Greg Luttrell

Greg Luttrell



Sep 18 2007 8:01 PM

Hey Fellas, NICE TUNES!
[Insert Name Here]

[Insert Name Here]



Sep 1 2007 10:16 PM

Sound Helmet is absolutely amazing. You guys are seriously one of the most talented jazz/fusion band I've heard in a long time. You should definitely put up "Fela" sometime, too! You kicked ass at Lizard Lounge on the 24th! Peace!

-Ian
schrooty

Jason Schroot



Aug 10 2007 2:24 PM

I once heard a rumor about a mysterious album?????
Julie

Julie



Jul 20 2007 10:31 PM

Hey guys! The new c.d. is awesome! I listen to it in my car almost everyday! See you guys at your next show!
Julie
mike walsh

mike walsh



Jun 5 2007 3:45 AM

great show at the Pub the other night guys! I'm loving the new tunes!
come back soon!
peace!
schrooty

Jason Schroot



Apr 20 2007 8:08 PM

I will be running from the edgewater cafe to Dodge st after my gig on the 29th!!!!! Make sure you guys play a late last set. :-)
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