GOD MADE ME FUNKY

God Made Me Funky is a 10-piece band that guarantees a good time for all who see them play. A reputation for a wide array of music styles, first class professional musicians and a not-to-be-matched live show have made them one of the most in-demand bands on Toronto's private events scene. GMMF has played hundreds of events in all sorts of venues and has had nothing but positive feedback.

Imagine 10 people playing the best funk, R&B and soul from the 70's, 80's and beyond. From Stevie Wonder to Usher, from Chaka Khan to Beyonce, from Earth Wind & Fire to Outkast, there is something for everyone in GMMF's repertoir. A list of over 150 songs and three lead vocalists ensure that all styles and tastes can be accomodated. Also, adding to the uniqueness of your event will be the one-of-a-kind, original remixes and medleys of classic tunes like only GMMF can do.

So if you're looking for something more than just 'musical entertainment'...if you're looking to throw a party your guests will remember, then come over to the funky side and let's all have a funky good time.

PRESS

Divine Juno nod for Toronto "Nu-Funk" ensemble

For a band best known for their incredible live performances, a Juno nomination is a powerful tool. Kaybe, male vocalist in the band God Made Me Funky (GMMF) says the Junos provide an avenue for spreading their unique sound across Canada, and hopefully across the globe. "More people will come out, see the energy and the good time that we have out there," said an enthusiastic Kaybe.

GMMF recently received their first Juno nomination: R&B/Soul Recording of the Year for their second album "We Can All Be Free." Rapper PHATT al could barely contain his delight. "We're watching all the other nominees. They're all people that we know and have seen great success happen to. To be honoured by being placed in the same category as these guys, it's awesome! We've worked really hard to get here."

Nu-Funk?
Originally formed in 1996, the nine-member ensemble creates a style that's hard to define. Their influences range from traditional soul and funk acts like Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind and Fire and Cool and the Gang, to rock staples like Led Zeppelin and Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductees, Triumph. "Our music's called Nu-Funk," explains Kaybe. "It's an amalgamation of different styles. We're just trying to bring Nu-Funk to everybody, and this [nomination] definitely helps."

In 2005, the band really took off. GMMF won Best R&B Band at the Toronto Independent Music Awards for their self-titled release that same year. ChartAttack.com named them one of the top performers at NXNE, declaring, "If you can't dance to God Made Me Funky, you can't dance."

Hot on the tails of Juno buzz
With their third album, "Enter the Beat," dropping in March, the popular live band is hoping the Juno nom will get even larger audiences out to their cross-Canada CD release tour. "We think that we're really bringing a Nu-Funk to Canada… really allowing people to see what's going on in terms of independent spirit," says PHATT al.

PHATT al and Kaybe get enthusiastic when CTV.ca suggests that the group pair up with Triumph à la Run DMC/Aerosmith. The Junos have the power to turn independent bands into household names. They also provide an opportunity for Canada's music community to come together, share ideas and cross genres. "It's so important, I think, in this day and age," says PHATT al. "The way music is changing, the way the industry is changing… as an independent band whenever you get recognized it feels amazing."

Nadine Silverthorne
CTV.CA