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The Badfish Band

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BAND BIO
United for the sole purpose of spreading a love of funk, reggae, ska, and rock, The Badfish Band imparts talent, passion, and a festive stage show to eager fans. Though creatively conspiring in Corvallis, OR, The Badfish Band draws inspiration from each members varied origins, including Southern jam band influence of Curtis Monette (lead guitarist/vocals), and the Hawaiian reggae roots of Matt Urabe (vocals/keyboards/tenor saxophone). Grant Thomas (trombone) and Rob Pawlowski (trumpet) combine to add a vivid layer of horns onto an already fulfilling musical experience. Kailana Baldwin-Francis (bass/vocals) and Lance Lacey (drums) fuse to complete a rhythm section worthy of replacing your Grandfather’s funkiest of clocks. All congealed behind the polished melodies and entertaining banter of Johnny Desmarteau (vocals/rhythm guitar). Recently, The Badfish Band has shared the stage with, Amadan, Intervision, Outpost, Tony Smiley, State of Jefferson, Uprite Dub Orchestra, Satori, Natural Vibrations, Debra Arlyn, Canoe and Ghostland Observatory. The Badfish Band is capable of provoking the dance moves out of any concert goer.

To "Hook" The Badfish Band
We are always down to play and our main goal with our music is to move the masses. Contact Curtis Monette.
Email: [email protected] attn: Curtis Monette
MEET THE BAND
Johnny D-Guitar and
Vocals
(McMinnville, OR)
Matt Urabe-Keys, Vocals
and Tenor Sax
(Mililani, HI)
Curtis Monette-Lead Guitar
and Vocals
(San Diego, CA)
Lance Lacey-Drums
(La Grande, OR)
Robert Pawlowski-Trumpet
(Portland, OR)
Grant Thomas-Trombone
(Pleasant Hill, OR )
Kailana Baldwin-Francis-Bass, Vocals
(Hilo, HI)
UP COMING SHOWS!!!


BTW... You're here, you may as well leave a comment and let us know what you think!! See you at the show!!
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Music:

Member Since: 4/4/2005
Band Website: Thebadfishband.com
Band Members: Johnny D -Vocals and Rhythm Guitar
Matt Urabe -Vocals, Keyboards and Tenor Sax
Curtis Monette -Vocals and Lead Guitar
Kailana Baldwin-Francis -Vocals and Bass
Lance Lacey -Drums
Robert Pawlowski -Trumpet
Grant Thomas -Trombone

Influences: Bob Marley
Parliment Funkadelic
Ozzomatli
Jamiroquai
John Browns Body
Groundation
Flowmotion
Stevie Wonder
Sam and Dave
Natural Vibrations
Herbie Hancock
Sublime
Reel Big Fish
Steel Pulse
Tower of Power
Earth Wind and Fire
311
Ooklah the Moc
Katchafire

Sounds Like: We're a mix of reggae and funk, but with a Badfish twist.

Record Label: Unknown Indie
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Badfish back at Bombs Away...Cinco show!!!

We're headed back to our old stomping grounds in Corvallis, OR!  That's rite we're gonna be hitting Bombs Away for Cinco de Mayo!!! It's that time of year again, where the beer will flow like tequila....
Posted by on Sat, 02 May 2009 23:17:00 GMT

We're coming to Moscow, ID!!! John's Alley 4/25

yes...we're finally heading back to Moscow, ID. Saturday nite will definitely be rocking at John's Alley! We're stoked to be back!!!
Posted by on Mon, 20 Apr 2009 13:47:00 GMT

COME TO BERBATI'S THIS FRIDAY!

What up Y'all,Just wanted to make sure that you all know that we are getting another chance to play with our good friends Sauce Policy @ Berbati's this friday. We are also playing with Good People, we...
Posted by on Wed, 18 Mar 2009 21:39:00 GMT

Thank you again Corvallis for such a kick ass time!

What up Y'all,Hey just wanted to say a big thanks to all our friends and fans (your all friends though) in Corvallis for coming out and celebrating St. Patty's day with us. It was amazing and the reas...
Posted by on Wed, 18 Mar 2009 21:34:00 GMT

Corvallis kicks ass! (and so does Sauce Policy)

What up Everyone,So I am writing this just hours after getting out of work, tired and sick, yet still glowing after such a sick time in Corvallis on Saturday. It's amazing the response we got from all...
Posted by on Mon, 23 Feb 2009 23:11:00 GMT

Big thanks to all!!!

What up Everyone,Just wanted to say a big thanks to everyone for a kick ass weekend last week. That was nothing short of awesome. First off to all the Corvallis crowd for making it out and celebrati...
Posted by on Thu, 15 Jan 2009 20:26:00 GMT

Portland Music Awards are here and you can vote for The Badfish Band

What up Everyone,First off I wanna say a big thanks to all that came out last week to Hood River. That was a awesome time and was a great show. I can't believe how many inches of snow came down. Also ...
Posted by on Fri, 26 Dec 2008 13:11:00 GMT

SHOW TONIGHT AT HOOD RIVER IS ON!!!

WHAT UP!Just wanted to make sure you all knew that the show tonight at The River City is on like donkey kong tonight!!!! It's gonna be sick and we are making the trip out to hit up the people of Hood ...
Posted by on Fri, 19 Dec 2008 11:17:00 GMT

HOOD RIVER THIS WEEK!!! (Dec. 19th)

What up Everyone,First off I need to give a big thanks to everyone at John's Alley. That place was awesome last Saturday, and for all the staff, Vertical Dave, thank you for making it happen. I love I...
Posted by on Sat, 13 Dec 2008 09:44:00 GMT

What up Idaho

What up Everyone,First I wanna give a big thanks to my good friend Jake Sellers for playing a killer show last night with us. He did a sick job and all that came out to The Thirsty Lion would agree. F...
Posted by on Sat, 06 Dec 2008 15:10:00 GMT