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Fuzz

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About Me

Since forming in early 2004, FUZZ has made a name for itself as one of the top funk and acid-jazz bands in the San Francisco Bay Area. The band has fused jazz influences with a strong funk underpinning to create a diverse, yet unified groove. FUZZ is comprised of eight energetic musicians with backgrounds in acid-jazz, blues, funk, jazz, and rock. The group has embraced the “large sound” reminiscent of Earth, Wind, & Fire, The Meters, Parliament, and Sly & the Family Stone. Here's what some of our supporters are saying: "FUZZ is one of the Bay Area's top up-and-coming funk bands. I was blown away not only by their arrangements and ability to infuse jazz influences with a funk-based rhythm backbone, but also with their ability to maintain a tight sound while keeping a solid groove. FUZZ is a definite must-see. With their energy level, strong musicianship, and soulful groove, there is no question that these guys have serious potential for greatness." - Doug Epstein, President, Evolve Sports; Race Director, Silicon Valley Marathon. "I was absolutely impressed by FUZZ’s diverse sound and ability to infuse jazz overtones with a funk platform. The band was extremely tight and incorporated some mind-blowing changes. It comes as no surprise that the band packed the house with their loyal following. I look forward to having FUZZ play here again in the near future!" - Tempest, San Francisco

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Member Since: 12/4/2005
Band Website: fuzzfunk.com
Band Members: Jeff Yasuda – leader, songwriter, guitar & vocals; Cary Colman – saxophone & vocals; Kevin Frank – bass & songwriter; Jenn McDonald – percussion & vocals; Raj Mehta – trumpet; Al Matias – drums
Influences: Sly and the Family Stone, The Meters, Parliament, Earth, Wind, and Fire, Prince, Jimi Hendrix, Galactic, Herbie Hancock, The Brand New Heavies, Jamiroquai, Corduroy, The Jackson 5, Miles Davis, Steely Dan
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