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When you hear the name THE FUNKTASTICS one might think of a huge 10-piece funk band but this dynamic duo consists of multi-talented artists, Tauros and Barsheem. The pair presents a new era in POP music. Their high-energy performances and creative style displays a rare take on live entertainment. Borrowing the Fun of Funk, the Heart of Soul and the Sex of Rock, THE FUNKTASTICS offer a sound all their own.
Tauros, a native of Detroit, and Barsheem of Brooklyn, NY met in Los Angeles, CA. With an industry saturated with solo male artists, they decided to market themselves in a partnership. Influenced by such self-contained artists as Prince, Stevie Wonder and James Brown, Tauros writes, produces and plays multiple instruments. Barsheem is a master songwriter, vocal arranger and producer who admire storytellers and balladeers such as Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, Tony Bennett and Miles Davis. In 2005, they recorded their debut cd entitled “Funktastic Partyâ€.
Once the album was complete, they promoted and distributed through the ever-growing MYSPACE.COM and iTUNES. As their fan base increased, they performed in various venues including The House of Blues, B.B. Kings, The Viper Room and The Stone. THE FUNKTASTICS created a scene unlike any other.
2007 is proving to be the year of THE FUNKTASTICS. Having four songs from their debut cd featured in the SHOWTIME film "Pants In The Family", earning great reviews on their exclusive myspace single "SODA POP!" and the release of their new CD "FUNKTASTICS IN THE SKY", they are well on their way to becoming a household name. Ladies and gentlemen put your hands together for. THE FUNKTASTICS
The Next Generation Of FunkCURRENT NEWS
07/31/07 8:45 AM -The Funktastics are launching their next single, "MOONSHINE". A big thank you to all of you who participated in posting "DO IT LIKE THAT" on your page. We really appreciate it.Discussions for the next Funktastics album has begun. We're not quite done with F.I.T.S. just yet, but you cannot STOP creativity. Barsheem and Tauros are always writing and producing new music.
Look out for the LIVE DVD coming real soon. You can check out the artwork below.
NEWS ARCHIVE01/30/2007 07:00 PM - Cinespace Hollywood, California US Cost: FREE! Description: Premier party for the Showtime film "Pants In The Family". THE FUNKTASTICS perform four songs from this movie to be shown the month of FEB 07
02/07/2007 11:00 PM - Kojis sushi resturant Hollywood & Highlands 4th level Hollywood, California 90028 US Cost: FREE! Description: You've heard their tasty new single "SODA POP!" now hear their entire album and party with THE FUNKTASTICS.
03/13/2007 08:00 PM - HOUSE OF BLUES-SUNSET STRIP SUNSET STRIP WEST HOLLYWOOD, California US Cost: FREE! Description: THE FUNKTASTICS PERFORM SELECTIONS FROM THEIR NEW CD "FUNKTASTICS IN THE SKY". DON'T MISS IT!!!!
04/28/2007 08:00 PM - CD RELEASE PARTY & PERFORMANCE Zitolla Terrace Playa Del Rey, California US Cost: $20 Description: The Funktastics perform two 30 minute sets in this lovely large home with an afterparty on the lower level. Complimentary wine and Hors D' oeuvres will be served along with the purchase of their new cd "FUNKTASTICS IN THE SKY".
05/08/2007 -RELEASE DATE FOR "FUNKTASTICS IN THE SKY" iTUNES, CDBABY.COM,AMOEBA RECORDS-SUNSET US Cost: 0.99 cents a track itunes $14 cdbaby $10.98 amoeba Description: The Funktastics release their highly anticipated sophomore cd that includes the hits "SODA POP!", "BAD BAD GIRL", "MOONSHINE", "IN PRIVACY" AND "BABIES CAN BE STARS".
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