Artist description JND is a six-piece powerhouse hailing from the 805 area code. Formed in 1997 by gifted songwriter and vocalist Damon Castillo, JND has been able to accomplish a rare thing in todays music market: A UNIQUE AND INSTANTLY IDENTIFIABLE SOUND. With an ever-growing fan base in the U.S., JND's influence is spreading with their ELECTRIFYING LIVE SHOWS and their two self produced CD's: "Then When" and "Grip". JND is currently touring in support of their latest release, "Enhanced". This most recent effort is a five-track EP produced by Jeffrey Wood at Fantasy Studios, Berkeley CA.

Music Style Pop / Rock with a touch of Funk and Soul. TOO MUCH GOOD STUFF!

Musical Influences Beatles, The Roots, Michael Jackson, Prince, David Garza, D'angelo, G Love, Cameo, Doobie Brothers, Zapp and Roger

Similar Artists Dave Matthews, John Mayer, Steely Dan, Brand New Heavies, Stevie Wonder, Los Lobos, G Love and Special Sauce

Artist History 2002 - Winners of the "Mark and Brian" (Radio Show) Best Unsigned Band Competition 2002 - JND Releases their 5 song EP recorded at Fantasy Studios, entitled "Enhanced" 2001 - Voted "The Best Band In San Luis Obispo County" by the New Times Reader Poll 2000 - Voted "The Best Band In San Luis Obispo County" by the New Times Reader Poll 2000 - JND Releases their second album, "GRIP" (Available Online and in Select Stores) 1998 - JND Releases their debut album, "THEN WHEN"

Group Members Damon Castillo (Guitar, Vocals), Kristian Ducharme (Keyboards), Jennings Jacobsen (Drums, Vocals), Larry Kim (Saxophones, Vocals), Rob Markley (Trombone), Brian Triplett (Bass)

Instruments Vocals, Guitar, Keyboards, Drums, Sax, Trombone, Bass, Percussion

Albums Then When, Grip, Enhanced (EP)

Press Reviews Remember the funked-up cosmic soul of pre- "I Just Called To Say I Love You" Stevie Wonder? How 'bout the polyrhythmic explorations of Headhunters-era Herbie Hancock? JND sure does. This six piece, hailing from the 805 area code, is dedicated to stirring up echoes of that glorious mid-'70s era when R&B had an edge and pop bands jammed. Having received a standing ovation at the San Jose Jazz Festival, JND has technical chops to spare, but their taste for modern-day grooves like hip-hop and acid jazz keeps them out of the throwback cul-de-sac. You can be sure you'll never be far away from an undeniable rhythm with a group whose acronym stands for Jive 'N' Direct....................Darren Keast - Metro Santa Cruz ....................JND is simply the smoothest, most original, best sounding pop band in the area, bar none. Filled with young, talented jazz players who are willing to "go slumming" in the funky, soul-filled world of hip-hop, acid jazz and pop, JND is a must have for lovers of funky pop....................Ticket - San Luis Obispo Telegram Tribune

Additional Info SUPPORT LIVE MUSIC!! Purchase our CD's and Merchandise Online. DON'T FORGET TO LISTEN TO THE MUSIC!!

Location San Luis Obispo, CA - USA

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