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| years_active = 1996–present
| years_active = 1996–present
| label = ESC
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| current_members = [[Will Calhoun]]<br />Vinx de Jon Parette<br />[[Doug Wimbish]]
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'''Jungle Funk''' was a [[drum and bass]] group formed by [[Vinx de Jon Parette]], [[Will Calhoun]] and [[Doug Wimbish]]. Beginning in 1996, they performed over one-hundred and fifty shows throughout [[Europe]] and [[Australia]]. The trio performed a complex hybrid of [[Rhythm and blues|R&B]], [[drum and bass]], [[Dub (music)|dub]], [[funk]], and [[soul music]], buttressed by [[Sampling (music)|sampling]] and [[Electronic drum|electronic percussion]].<ref name="allmusicdebut">{{cite web |first=Glenn |last=Swan |url={{Allmusic|class=album|id=mw0000958446|pure_url=yes}}|title=Jungle Funk |publisher=Allmusic |date= |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref> In 1998, they released their [[eponym]]ously titled debut album ''[[Jungle Funk (album)|Jungle Funk]]'', which consisted of a recording of their live performance in [[Austria]].<ref name="vinxbio">{{cite web |first= |last= |url=http://www.mountainrythym.com/endorsers/vinx.html |title=Vinx |publisher=mountainrythym.com |date=2014 |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref>
'''Jungle Funk''' is a [[drum and bass]] group formed by [[Vinx De'Jon Parrette]], [[Will Calhoun]] and [[Doug Wimbish]]. Beginning in 1996, they performed over one hundred and fifty shows throughout [[Europe]] and [[Australia]]. The trio performed a complex hybrid of [[Rhythm and blues|R&B]], [[drum and bass]], [[Dub music|dub]], [[funk]], and [[soul music]], buttressed by [[Sampling (music)|sampling]] and [[Electronic drum|electronic percussion]].<ref name="allmusicdebut">{{cite web |first=Glenn |last=Swan |url={{Allmusic|class=album|id=mw0000958446|pure_url=yes}}|title=Jungle Funk |publisher=Allmusic |date= |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref> In 1998, they released their [[eponym]]ously titled debut album ''[[Jungle Funk (album)|Jungle Funk]]'', which consisted of a recording of their live performance in [[Austria]].<ref name="vinxbio">{{cite web |first= |last= |url=http://www.mountainrythym.com/endorsers/vinx.html |title=Vinx |publisher=mountainrythym.com |date=2014 |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
After [[Living Colour]] first dissolved in 1995, bassist [[Doug Wimbish]] and drummer [[Will Calhoun]] were still interested in working together.<ref>{{cite web |first=Jason |last=Ankeny |url={{Allmusic|class=artist|id=mn0001254586|pure_url=yes}}|title=Jungle Funk |publisher=Allmusic |date= |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref> Vinx had previously played [[African popular music|Afropop]] and [[jazz]] with [[Herbie Hancock]], and [[Meshell Ndegeocello]] and [[Sting (musician)|Sting]]. Together they formed Jungle Funk in 1996 and began performed live around Europe. In 1998 they were signed to [[Germany|German]] music label ESC Records, who issued their only album ''[[Jungle Funk (album)|Jungle Funk]]''.<ref name="vinxbio"/> The live album was recorded in April and featured guest appearances by musicians Pete Holdsworth, [[Keith LeBlanc]] and [[Little Axe|Skip McDonald]].<ref name="allmusicdebut"/>
After [[Living Colour]] first dissolved in 1995, bassist [[Doug Wimbish]] and drummer [[Will Calhoun]] were still interested in working together.<ref>{{cite web |first=Jason |last=Ankeny |url={{Allmusic|class=artist|id=mn0001254586|pure_url=yes}}|title=Jungle Funk |publisher=Allmusic |date= |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref> Vinx had previously played [[African popular music|Afropop]] and [[jazz]] with [[Herbie Hancock]], and [[Meshell Ndegeocello]] and [[Sting (musician)|Sting]]. Together they formed Jungle Funk in 1996 and performed live around Europe. In 1998 they were signed to [[Germany|German]] music label ESC Records, who issued their only album ''[[Jungle Funk (album)|Jungle Funk]]''.<ref name="vinxbio"/> The live album was recorded in April and featured guest appearances by musicians Pete Holdsworth, [[Keith LeBlanc]] and [[Little Axe|Skip McDonald]].<ref name="allmusicdebut"/>


They received acclaim for their ability to employ complex [[Loop (music)|digital loops]], [[Sampling (music)|sampling]] and [[Electronic drum|electronic percussion]] in a live setting, free of overdubs.<ref>{{cite web |first=Glenn |last=Astarita |url=http://www.allaboutjazz.com/jungle-funk-jungle-funk-zebra-records-review-by-glenn-astarita.php#.VCelpWNjZqA |title=Jungle Funk (Vinx, Will Calhoun & Doug Wimbish): Jungle Funk |publisher=[[All About Jazz]] |date=March 1, 1999 |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref> Music author Chris Jisi said, "the innovative trio combines state-of-the-art technology, quality songs, and serious musicianship, all with a club-savvy dance sensibility. The resulting shows and eponymous live album are collages of high-energy drum 'n' bass and hip-hop grooves, smooth, passionate vocals, and heady sonic improvisation."<ref>{{cite book |first=Chris |last=Jisi |url=http://books.google.com/books?id=ssiHwJY6d7gC&dq |title=Brave New Bass |publisher=[[Hal Leonard Corporation]] |date=October 15, 1997 |page=178 |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref> The members have since become involved in other projects, with Doug and Will returning to Living Colour and Vinx touring as a solo act. In 2013, the band regrouped and began touring regularly again. In 2014, they began issuing newly recorded studio material through [[ReverbNation]].<ref>{{cite web |first= |last= |url=http://www.reverbnation.com/junglefunk |title=Jungle Funk |publisher=[[ReverbNation]] |date=2014 |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref>
They received critical acclaim for their ability to employ complex [[Loop (music)|digital loops]], [[Sampling (music)|sampling]], and [[Electronic drum|electronic percussion]] in a live setting, free of overdubs.<ref>{{cite web |first=Glenn |last=Astarita |url=http://www.allaboutjazz.com/jungle-funk-jungle-funk-zebra-records-review-by-glenn-astarita.php#.VCelpWNjZqA |title=Jungle Funk (Vinx, Will Calhoun & Doug Wimbish): Jungle Funk |publisher=[[All About Jazz]] |date=March 1, 1999 |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref> Music author Chris Jisi said, "the innovative trio combines state-of-the-art technology, quality songs, and serious musicianship, all with a club-savvy dance sensibility. The resulting shows and eponymous live album are collages of high-energy drum 'n' bass and hip-hop grooves, smooth, passionate vocals, and heady sonic improvisation."<ref>{{cite book |first=Chris |last=Jisi |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=ssiHwJY6d7gC |title=Brave New Bass |publisher=[[Hal Leonard Corporation]] |date=October 15, 1997 |page=178 |accessdate=September 30, 2014|isbn=9781617745065 }}</ref> The members have since become involved in other projects, with Doug and Will returning to Living Colour and Vinx touring as a solo act. In 2013, the band regrouped and began touring regularly again. In 2014, they began issuing newly recorded studio material through [[ReverbNation]].<ref>{{cite web |first= |last= |url=http://www.reverbnation.com/junglefunk |title=Jungle Funk |publisher=[[ReverbNation]] |date=2014 |accessdate=September 30, 2014}}</ref>


==Discography==
==Discography==
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==References==
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==External links==
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Latest revision as of 16:41, 27 June 2024

Jungle Funk
Background information
GenresDrum and bass, funk, R&B
Years active1996–present
LabelsESC
MembersWill Calhoun
Vinx De'Jon Parrette
Doug Wimbish

Jungle Funk is a drum and bass group formed by Vinx De'Jon Parrette, Will Calhoun and Doug Wimbish. Beginning in 1996, they performed over one hundred and fifty shows throughout Europe and Australia. The trio performed a complex hybrid of R&B, drum and bass, dub, funk, and soul music, buttressed by sampling and electronic percussion.[1] In 1998, they released their eponymously titled debut album Jungle Funk, which consisted of a recording of their live performance in Austria.[2]

History

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After Living Colour first dissolved in 1995, bassist Doug Wimbish and drummer Will Calhoun were still interested in working together.[3] Vinx had previously played Afropop and jazz with Herbie Hancock, and Meshell Ndegeocello and Sting. Together they formed Jungle Funk in 1996 and performed live around Europe. In 1998 they were signed to German music label ESC Records, who issued their only album Jungle Funk.[2] The live album was recorded in April and featured guest appearances by musicians Pete Holdsworth, Keith LeBlanc and Skip McDonald.[1]

They received critical acclaim for their ability to employ complex digital loops, sampling, and electronic percussion in a live setting, free of overdubs.[4] Music author Chris Jisi said, "the innovative trio combines state-of-the-art technology, quality songs, and serious musicianship, all with a club-savvy dance sensibility. The resulting shows and eponymous live album are collages of high-energy drum 'n' bass and hip-hop grooves, smooth, passionate vocals, and heady sonic improvisation."[5] The members have since become involved in other projects, with Doug and Will returning to Living Colour and Vinx touring as a solo act. In 2013, the band regrouped and began touring regularly again. In 2014, they began issuing newly recorded studio material through ReverbNation.[6]

Discography

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Albums

References

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  1. ^ a b Swan, Glenn. "Jungle Funk". Allmusic. Retrieved September 30, 2014.
  2. ^ a b "Vinx". mountainrythym.com. 2014. Retrieved September 30, 2014.
  3. ^ Ankeny, Jason. "Jungle Funk". Allmusic. Retrieved September 30, 2014.
  4. ^ Astarita, Glenn (March 1, 1999). "Jungle Funk (Vinx, Will Calhoun & Doug Wimbish): Jungle Funk". All About Jazz. Retrieved September 30, 2014.
  5. ^ Jisi, Chris (October 15, 1997). Brave New Bass. Hal Leonard Corporation. p. 178. ISBN 9781617745065. Retrieved September 30, 2014.
  6. ^ "Jungle Funk". ReverbNation. 2014. Retrieved September 30, 2014.
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