Funk

Between Kai Eckhardt (bass,) Fareed Haque (guitars,) Alan Hertz (drums,)nd Eric Levy (keys,) Garaj Mahal combines a century of musical experience to create a sound evolution unclassifiable and always smoking hot. Touring extensively since their formation in 2000, Garaj Mahal constantly captures the hearts of new fans, while keeping the dedicated on their dancing toes, with their ability to draw out serious "shut-up-and-listen" jazz grooves. Garaj Mahals musical experience allows them to constantly push the envelope of composition and improvisation and the music never stops there. Garaj Mahals eclectic sound brings music lovers from various parts of the spectrum together for an experience profoundly different than any currently on the scene. 

Once the two discovered each other's passion for both creating and playing music, they quickly decided to combine their journeys with hopes to spread their unique sound and positive energy. Eymarel explodes with an electric connection resulting in a captivating musical experience and on-stage aura, enticing both the eyes and ears of their listeners up and down the East Coast. Eymarel has had the pleasure of recently becoming part of the Homegrown Music Network as well as sharing the stages with some great acts along the way such as, Jazz Mandolin Project, DJ Le Spam and the Spam Allstars, The Jerry Garcia Band feat. Melvin Seals, Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band, and many others.

Mary Frances's musical journey began on the piano under the classical training of Frances Scott Carter as well as the teachings of her fathers rock-n-roll-soul outfit. She continued her education during college at Appalachian State University with piano professor Dr. Bair Shagdaron. Her years of classical training have set the stage for the transposition into the world of playing both bass and keys simultaneously. Mary Frances also adds an additional dynamic twist to the music with her smooth, enchanting voice. Mary's passionate vocals create a perfect compliment to her soulful key and bass groove.

In addition to being voted as one of the "Top 10 Bands to See in 2005" by Jambase.com, Delta Nove was awarded "Best Live Act" at the Orange County Music Awards in 2006 & 2007. Delta Nove has been supported by national media outlets including Entertainment Weekly, Paste, CMJ, Relix, and local media outlets around the country. The group has also enjoyed radio airplay on over 200 radio stations throughout the United States, including Brasil and Japan, as well as web-based radio and digital downloads. With an intense touring schedule, they are one of the hardest working bands in the independent music scene and are a unique addition to the already rich musical history of Long Beach, CA. The varied rhythms, deep grooves and funky horns that make Delta Nove stand out are what moves the crowd and gets the place jumping.

"With a fresh studio album and a plan of attack, the dance band you can actually sing along to, the songwriters that loosen your butt-screws, elevated music, intelligent songs, and players who will funk you down all night long, decide for yourself what it is they do, but we can promise a smile will be waiting for you!" - SF Funk Festival

It began as a party, grew into a band, evolved into a sound, and emerged as an institution.
Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band (aka the Booty Band) has gone through many
changes since their fated onset in 2002. Today they are ready to shake the world, one

cheek at a time.

The band’s first official studio release, Now You Know, debuted in 2007 to critical
acclaim. The Booty Band received Home Grown Music Network’s “Album of the Year”
and “Band of the Year” awards, as well as the #3 best regional album from WNCW, one
of the top Triple A stations in the country. Awe-inspiring live shows, powerful original
compositions, and crowd-pleasing presentations have helped the Booty Band build a
solid nationwide fanbase. Having completed three national tours in 2010 alone, the
band has worked hard and done well to keep this fanbase fired up and growing fast.
They have secured headlining slots at many prestigious festivals including Wakarusa,
Jam Cruise, Bear Creek, Jazz Aspen, Long Beach Funk Fest, Rock Boat, Bele Chere
(six consecutive years), Floyd Fest, and Smile Fest.

Their second studio album, Doin’ It Hard, is a reflection of the band’s approach to

music, touring, performing, recording, and life in general. Recorded in June 2010 at the
City of Progress Studios in Miami, FL under the cultivated ear of DJ Le Spam (Andrew
Yeomanson), Doin’ It Hard is Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band - next-generation, redefined
for a new decade. Doin’ It Hard is slated for a May 2011 release and will be available
on 12” vinyl, compact disc, and digital download from all of your favorite online providers.
Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band is: Lee Allen (drums), Mary Frances (keys,
vocals), Greg Hollowell (tenor sax, bari sax, flute), Derrick Johnson (trombone), Al Al
Ingram (bass, vocals), and JP Miller (guitar, vocals).