Instrumental funk and soul

A funk band for parties, after-parties and patios.

It's hard to sit still when a great funk bass line kicks in. This is an instrumental funk band, so the songs can run straight into each other and keep people dancing for as long as you'd like.

It's a great fit for milestone birthdays, company after-parties, summer picnics and the last night of a retreat.

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We can put the band together around your event, from the size of the group to the songs and what they wear. Here’s how booking through Signet works.

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Song list

What does a funk band play?

The band plays James Brown, the Meters, Stevie Wonder, Herbie Hancock, Sly and the Family Stone, Prince, Earth, Wind & Fire and the funk side of Motown, just to name a few. Your guests will likely recognize a lot of these songs from the bass line alone, and that's what the band leans into.

The band can play slower, warmer songs during dinner and pick up the pace when it's time to dance. Want a singer? Our soul and R&B band plays the same songwriters with a singer out front and a horn on the choruses.

Song list

A sample of songs

ChameleonHerbie Hancock
Cissy StrutThe Meters
SuperstitionStevie Wonder
Ain't It Funky NowJames Brown
Cantaloupe IslandHerbie Hancock
Use MeBill Withers
SunnyBobby Hebb
The ChickenJaco Pastorius
Mercy, Mercy, MercyCannonball Adderley
Red ClayFreddie Hubbard
Higher GroundStevie Wonder
Isn't She LovelyStevie Wonder
SeptemberEarth, Wind & Fire

Sizes

Do you need a funk trio or a quartet?

The trio: The trio is guitar, bass and drums. It's a great size when the dance floor is close to the tables, like in a club, a restaurant or a backyard.
The quartet: The quartet adds a horn or keys for a bigger sound, which is great in a ballroom or with a crowd of more than two hundred. A horn can play the horn parts from the original songs, and keys can fill out the sound under the guitar solos.

Want something mellower for cocktails? A jazz duo or a solo guitarist can play before the band, and a DJ can keep the party going afterward.

Occasions

Perfect booking for

Milestone birthdays and private parties: The band is a great way to celebrate a fortieth or a fiftieth, and most hosts go with the trio for these parties.
Company after-parties: After a company dinner or a conference program, the band gives everyone a chance to let loose. Planning the rest of your company event? We can help with that too.
Summer picnics and patios: Instrumental funk sounds great on a lawn or a rooftop, whether your guests want to dance near the band or keep eating at the far tables.
The last night of a retreat: It's often the one night the whole company is together with the agenda finished, so it's a great time for a band, whether you're at a mountain venue or back in Denver.

Venues

We’d pick Funk Band for live music at these venues.

Cheyenne Mountain Resort: A resort in Colorado Springs.
Four Seasons Hotel Denver: A hotel in Downtown Denver.
Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center: A resort and convention center in Aurora, by Denver International Airport.
Grand Hyatt Denver: A hotel in Downtown Denver.
Hilton Denver City Center: A hotel in Downtown Denver.
Hotel Boulderado: A hotel in Downtown Boulder.
Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver: A hotel in Downtown Denver.
Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center: A hotel in Downtown Denver, at the Colorado Convention Center.
Omni Interlocken Hotel: A resort hotel in Broomfield, between Denver and Boulder.
St Julien Hotel & Spa: A hotel in Downtown Boulder.
The Broadmoor: A resort in Colorado Springs, at the foot of Cheyenne Mountain.
The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa: A hotel in Downtown Denver.
The Westin Westminster: A hotel in Westminster, between Denver and Boulder.

Funk band questions

Have a question we haven't covered? Our full FAQ goes into more, or you can just ask us.

How loud is a funk band?

While people are eating, the band can keep the drums light and the volume down, so conversation is easy. Once the dancing starts, the band can turn it up, and they'll keep the volume comfortable for the guests sitting closest. The band will adjust to the venue and the crowd, and if there's a sound limit, just tell us the number so they can stay under it.

Can a funk band play outdoors?

Yes, the band plays a lot of patios and lawns. The band just needs a covered, level, dry spot with power, and we'll work out a backup plan with you, since Colorado weather can turn fast.

Can we add time or ask for a song?

Yes. Just tell us the song when you book, and the band can usually learn it. If you think your event might run long, let us know that too.

Planning a party and looking for a funk band? Send us the date and we'll see what we can do.

We'll match the sound system to your venue, and you'll have one person to call from load-in to load-out.

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