News
Latest music, Masterlink Sessions notes, tour updates and project stories from Redtenbacher's Funkestra.
323 posts
Jaco Webb: “Baby Fat” sounds like it was a blast to record, if not only because of its all-around explosive nature, but also because of the sense of sheer joy that runs through every explosive climax.” We like this a lot!
Read story
So a big massive THANK YOU to the legend that is George Graham for not only having picked us but also really having spend the time to get into our music and ‘getting it’. I wish all reviews would be done with such attention to detail, care and passion.
Read story
Contrary to what Ronson’s Uptown Funk might suggest, funk isn’t stuck in 1982. It’s living and breathing and, in the hands of Stefan Redtenbacher, it’s a pumping powerhouse of punchy grooves. There are thirteen tracks on this album, not one of them over four minutes long — no self-indulgent, meandering introspections here. That’s typical of what I particularly love about Stefan’s work, the way his basslines work in service of the overall vibe of the tune, rather than the other way round. So often you’ll hear virtuoso bass players completely smother their material with extravagant displays of musicianship, but the name Funkestra is surely no accident — it’s about the big picture (or to be more apt, the big sound), not the individual. He’s got all the chops in the world, but doesn’t feel the need to overpower the groove by grandstanding. (Captain Autumn)
Read story
The feedback so far is very positive and one of my favorite comments so far is by US trombonist Tom Frazee: “Very hip. Shades of Austin Powers & Jethro Tull with an acidic edge. I’m in!” I also liked “Bass a little loud in the mix” by drummer Darren Williams (Oh yes! That’s the idea:-) and “I like this very much Mr Stefan Redtenbacher, funky video:-) didn’t expect anything less!!!” by promoter Steffi Roth.
Read story
On Dr Hypenstein, Redtenbacher’s Funkestra brings their danceable brand of funk to 2015, laying down 13 of their funkiest grooves yet, from the fluty can’t-stop-your-feet sounds of the title track to the heavy crunch of “Swagger,” then letting the atomic dogs out with “Cave Canem” and the percolating “Funktionality.” Pre-order today!
Read story
Here is to a fantastic 2015 to you all! May you be healthy, happy, successful and strong for the challenges that lay ahead for you. A massive THANK YOU to all who supported me and my band in 2014 – it means the world to us!
Read story
On Friday 1st of May, we’ll be back at the inimitable 606 Club with the usual crew plus the marvellous vocallist Katie Leone!
Read story
Come down to The Boaters Inn in Kingston on Sunday 18th January for a drink and free music with 2 sets of funky delights starting at about 8pm.
Read story
On Friday 12th of December, we’ll be back at the inimitable 606 Club with some special Xmas guests including the marvellous Brendan Reilly!
Read story
6 months ago we played for the first time at the Shottermill Club in Haslemere with the fab Mr. Little’s Noisy Band. Lots of friends, neighbors, music fans and Funkestra fans showed up to enjoy and evening of Jazz and Funk. We hope that we can pull off another fun night on Friday, 21st of November. See you there supporting your local Jazz Funk talent:)
Read story
A local gig for local people! On Friday 21st of November. We’ll be playing very close to home at the Schottermill Social Club in Haslemere! Double bill with Mr. Little’s Noisy Band.
Read story
On Friday 17th of October, we’ll be back at the inimitable 606 Club with our regular, but always special guest, vocalist Brendan Reilly!
Read story