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Funkallisto is a Rome-based sextet formed in February 2004. The six musicians met in the heart of the city, Trastevere, giving life to a unique project delivering a high-energy repertoire of Funk, Afrobeat and Latin-Jazz. Over the last two years, Funkallisto has created a considerable following thanks to perennial activity in Rome and inspired performances throughout Europe selling 6000 self-produced and self-distributed cd's. Ponte sisto(an historical bridge in the centre of Rome) has been transformed into a legendary location for the group leading to tours to Barcelona, Berlin, Prague, Montpellier and Nice and participation in festivals such as; Roman Holiday(Shanghai), Umbria jazz(Perugia), Emergency World AIDS Day(Rome), Musica sulle bocche and Time jazz Berchidda(Sardinia).
In 2005, two documentaries were filmed capturing the activity of the band on the location in which their latest album, ‘Live A Ponte Sisto’ was recorded, currently being promoted at Radio Citta Futura and Radio Lifegate with interviews and a live performance on air. In 2006 they recorded the sound track for a 10-part documentary on RAI 3 and recorded for monicelli's latest film.
The band has inspired a range of photographers, dancers and dj’s that is a testimony to the enthusiasm surrounding the band and their project. Many of these friends, fans and aquaintances have willingly contributed to behind the scenes activities. In particular the eclectic dj Margoo who remixed one of the tracks and Costanza Cruillas, bassist, fan and co-producer of the new cd, who worked hard on the production in order to reflect the sponteniety and the natural expressiveness of the band live in action with no post production tampering or over dubs.
Funkallisto maintain a strong sense of ecological responsibility using solar power to run the equipment during the street concerts rendering them completely self-sufficient.
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Having already achieved cult status in the capital…as far as one can imagine from the stereotypical Italian approach to funk…References that stretch from the JB’s to mongo santamaria, the boogaloo of Willie Bobo to the afro-beat of Antiballas…you can be sure to expect passion and fireworks when funk meets the streets – Blow up, February ‘07
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We will be reserving a place for the next concert - Rumore, February ‘07-------------------------------------------------------
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The Kings of Roman Funk -Zot Productions ------------------------------------------------------------
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The Dap Kings, Italy's smoking Funkallisto, The Breakestra, and a handful of others are purveying the classic funk sound at a venue near you even as we speak. -Stylus Magazine 2006 ------------------------------------------------------------
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The talented Roman band deliver hot and solid funk drawing inspiration from the Afro-American musical culture of the early 70s. A sizzling and irresistible live act. -Roma Style, December 2005 ------------------------------------------------------------
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A formation dedicated to funk at its fullest and most absorbing. The final result is an unstoppable sequence of celebrated gems and classics for the connaisseur, music that moves you for the effort put into the technical preparation and carefully thought-out arrangements. Funkallisto are stirring memories and dance floors for a leap into the golden era of funk. -Dj slump , April 2005 ------------------------------------------------------------
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Exploiting the streets and walk-ways of the city, a bridge crossing or the galleries of a station. A challenge that could soon become something of a passion. -Post It, April 2006 ------------------------------------------------------------
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An explosive melting pot of sound from one of the best on the Italian funk scene. -Metro,Thurs 15th June 2006 ------------------------------------------------------------
--------------------- Numerous performances in notable clubs and venues, nevertheless Funkallisto prefer the live and direct approach of playing on the street, spreading their version of an alternative underground sub-culture. -QUI, October 2006 ------------------------------------------------------------
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A meaty mix of latin-jazz, funk, soul and not only. Perennially and arduously active, playing all the time, in all places. Clearly exposing their lack of pomposity and their will to express their music under any circumstances. Rome gives thanks… -www.movimentiprog.net, November 2005
