Artist description Funk Squad is a 4-piece funk/fusion band from Albany, NY. Drummer Joe Rocco and bassist John Haag drop the greasy foundation for guitarist Joe Watrous and keyboardist Pete Rocco's harmonies and improvisational experiments. Their sound ranges from solid, thick funk to jazz fusion and beyond, from tight ensemble playing to free explorations by all members.

Music Style Funk/Fusion

Musical Influences Herbie Hancock, MMW, Gateway, Schleigho, TOP

Similar Artists MMW, Schleigho, Soulive

Artist History Pete Rocco, Joe Watrous, and John Haag were members of the illustrious John Haag Quartet before that band went on hiatus on August, 1999. Joe Rocco, a veteran of 30+ years in music and also a current member of Out Of Control, decided that the time was right for a side project, and Funk Squad was born. While drawing on some classic material from the John Haag Quartet's repertoire, Funk Squad is continuing in the tradition of funky, improvisitional music that appeals to many genres.

Group Members Joe Rocco - DrumsJoe Watrous - GuitarJohn Haag - BassPete Rocco - Keyboards

Instruments Joe Rocco - 1972 Rogers 5-piece drumset; Joe Watrous - 1999 Fender Telecaster, 1991 Gibson Les Paul Studio Lite, Fender Blues Deluxe combo amp; John Haag - Warwick 4-String Thumb Bass, Polytone MiniBrute combo amp, Bag End 15-inch cabinet; Pete Rocco - Rhodes Mark I Stage Piano, 1966 Hammond A100, 1959 Leslie 22H, Hohner D6 Clavinet, Roland JC-120 amp.

Press Reviews http://www.jericsmith.com/gnhn/Concerts/vipercon.htm

Location Albany, NY - USA

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