Who are we?

The Funktion Greetings! This Incredible ensemble is comprised of some amazing individuals,. Often times we tell you where we are performing, but you may not know who we are so we felt it would be wonderful for you to have a brief intro to know some of our key wonderful people and players.  Individually-incredible Together-Exceptional  The members of The Funktion have traveled the world, sharing stages with a Who’s Who of musical luminaries that includes Pink, Stevie Wonder, Joe Cocker, Kool & The Gang, KC & SUNSHINE BAND, Christine Aguilera, Aretha Franklin and on and on. Now, the musicians that make up The Funktion have turned their focus to being a real party band that takes the clichéd promise of “something for everyone” and actually brings it to life. The Band can play virtually any style of music  – the versatility, the horns, the rhythm is a far cut above everything else.. a versatility yielded by a team with unprecedented vocals and backingwho together specialize in bringing their own innate energy and chemistry to the music. The Funktion’s impact on your event doesn’t just begin and end with their performance. Musical director Ken Negri makes sure that no client's question goes unanswered, and is available every step of the way to ensure that everything goes as planned. Dedication to detail and a positive attitude play a large role in making your day a smash. WE ARE NOT AN AGENCY BAND AND ARE PROUD TO BE INDEPENDENT TO SAVE YOU MONEY AND FOCUS ON ONE EVENT AT A TIME  Elan Hailing from Jersey City NJ, Elan ha lit the stage of the Famous Cafe Wha  for the past decade. Stage presence is defined by him. Command of music, cammand of material, commanding your undivided attention. Leadership-Fun Loving- spontaneity-spill out to every contagious show Eric Eric has been playing since childhood  Among world renown artists he has performed wirth, Eric contributes weekly to his church performing worship services and other events. Opened for Stevie Wonder, Janet Jackson, Sting; Al Jarreau,  Tom Jones, Elton John,  and many others. Eric is probably the most friendly fun loving talent we ever had the graces to work with. He is a crazy good dancer too! Vivian Music Can change the world. This philosophy is well beyond words. One listen you are hooked as Joe Cocker, John Mayer, Madonna, Peter Gabriel , and many others were. Warm and wonderful with probably one of the best sense of humors you will ever find. This humor, love, and vocal prowess come together--be prepared to be blown away! Denise Denise has danced and sung her way into the hearts of millions as a vocalist of the world famous sensation, KC & the Sunshine Band. Totally entertaining, singing, and nonstop dancing this ball of energy was aptly nicknamed ZOOM ZOOM unanimously by the band which says it all.    John Oh Wow!!! What do the Apollo, Oprah, Americas Got Talent : Season 3, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Steve Harvey's Big Time, Showtime in Harlem, The Today Show and Maury have in common?  Jon!!! An amazing player and is off the charts with incredible dancing, entertaining, virtuosity at its best in every showmanship type way. One Word=Energy!! Ken  Ken leads The Funktion and plays lead trumpet.  Ken is very sincere, honest, and enjoys working with this amazing group. Having the absolute love for his peers and loving what he does allows for amazing success and always putting clients 1st   Dave Bassist, Artist, Bandleader, and Musical director. Dave hails from NYC and truly is a miracle. Holding the position of bass player for The Funktion as well as the Musical Director for J.T. Taylor formerly of Kool and The Gang. There really is an amazing sound and bottom to the band that you just can not find elsewhere. Dave is cool and always smiling..   This is your all star show band Party with us and Enjoy Why Us?? With a cast as experienced and hot as The Funktion's; you will experience  something very special...  Exceptionally Hot Band with a "Sound" all their own. Music with Harmony, Melody, Beauty, and Power!  Personable -Loving- Fun-Professional!! We will have it no other way   All Styles for all ages: including, Latin, Jazz, Rock, Funk, Todays Hits, Ballads... Our Mission is To Move You!    Nicole and Nils-Camden Aquarium.        Our Most recent Testimony-says it all!! "When it comes to something special, The Funktion is a must see. We never imagined a band can be so energetic, so alive, so much fun, and so damm good. We wonder how on earth we have never seen them before. The vocalists were incredible, horns were second to none, and the Trombone player was a dancing machine. The band put a spell on us and put on a show and kept the crowd entertained so much we thought the Funktion should have been the headliner.. Keep up the amazing work! Fan for life".. Steve P. 6/24/12 Rhythm At The Shore Festival, Pt Pleasant               Bottom Line - Ultimate Party is The Funktion The Funktion=Energy         For more Info please drop a line  Shows, Weddings, Concerts, Festivals, and Parties requiring The Best Entertainment!! There is no equal.             Hope to see you soon!!         Sincerely,       The Band         www.thefunktiononline.com          www.klnentertainment.com   732-546-4710    Ken@thefunktiononline.com The Funktion -Tri-States Premier Party Band Exceptionally Hot Band with a "Sound" all their own. Music with Harmony, Melody, Beauty, and Power!  Our Mission: To Move You  Please feel free to ask us about our new packages! Designed and customizable for your exceptional event. Exceptionally Hot