Funky Butt is a Norwegian jazz band inspired by New Orleans Jazz. About their music it is said it is a funky brass band with piano added, offering New Orleans music with a Nordic perspective. It is a melting pot of traditional jazz, Caribbean influences, tango, hard bop, and contemporary grooves. It embraces lyrical beauty and fresh phrasing. It involves strong soloing and respectful collective playing.
Personnel
Vidar Sæther – saxophone Kåre Nymark – trumpet Even Kruse Skatrud – trombone David Gald – tuba Anders Aarum – piano Knut Lothe – drums
Discography 2001: Whoopin' (Sonor) 2002: The Glove (Sonor) 2005: Big Mama (Schmell) 2007: Shakin' da butt (Schmell)
References
External links