The Big Unkle is a jazz-funk & fusion band from the suburbs of Philadelphia. The Big Unkle (TBU) draws upon elements of funk, progressive jazz, world beat grooves, and rock & roll. TBU’s fuses those styles into a cultural mix of music that reinforces the power of bass, the grace of melody and the depth of rhythm and “groove”. Conceptualized in 2009, the idea of the movement called The Big Unkle was a brainchild of bassist John Henderson (formerly of rock fusion power trio, The Other Element).
On stage and in the studio—whether the mix is blended with sultry vocals, sax, guitars, percussion and keyboards, TBU relies on the talents of the most experienced funk, jazz and fusion players that the Philly Metro area has to offer. TBU has one goal: To take the listener on a wild ride that is driven by compelling melody, exotic harmonies, soul and unrelenting bass and rhythm.
Performing in scores of venues in the Philadelphia and throughout the region, in addition to their monthly appearances at Peppers in King of Prussia for the last five years, TBU has played at some of the most popular rooms in the Delaware Valley such as: WarmDaddy’s, The Trocadero, Hard Rock Cafe, Johnny Brenda's, The North Star Bar, The Fire and The Tin Angel to name a few.
TBU's commitment and connections with non-profit organizations and causes has also resulted in great experiences and many loyal fans. They believe in acknowledging and giving back to the community that supported them so faithfully. For the last five years, TBU has performed as a top bill at the ING Rock n Roll Marathon and has also played annually for a series of fundraisers and awareness events for non-profit organizations like The Anti Defamation League (ADL), The Norristown Police Athletic League, The Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame, The Eagle National Bank 5K Cancer Walk/Run and The Sam's Club / Children Hospital (CHOP) Fundraiser.
Recently signed to Toil Records, TBU released their first studio album Evolution which premiered in FYE Music stores on Black Friday 2015 and is now available via iTunes.
TBU can perform as a trio, quartet or as a full band, based on the requests of the host.
Sample Stage Plot For 5 Piece
Exact specifications and customized stage plots available upon request.
Bookings/More Information
John Henderson
Thebigunkle@gmail.com
610.213.3606
The Big Unkle works in conjunction with:
ViaggioMedia
Artist Management
Michael Tozzi
Smooth Jazz JJZ