Oobleck is a high-octane, five-piece funk band that’s been playing around the Capital Region, Hudson Valley, and Vermont since 2008. Known regionally for inciting dance parties wherever they land, they boast a big, in your face sound inspired by New Orleans street music that is equally at home with jam bands, experimental acts, and good ol’ Rock and Roll.
It’s a melee of horns, super heavy drums and bass and your favorite type of chunky guitar riffing that leaves your bum shaking and your face grinning. Highly improvised, kinetic, with effect-soaked horns creating textural soundscapes, our vibe is high-energy and dance-focused – interlocking rhythms and syncopation keep us in the pocket and the dancers moving.
New Orleans street music meets Frank Zappa meets Fela Kuti.
“Sometimes they pump out the stone-cold soul-funk of the JBs. Sometimes they veer into the Afro-funk of Fela Kuti. And sometimes – especially on the album closers “Funk Sucker” and “Waiting for Ryan” – they head off into Frank Zappa’s Grand Wazoo territory.” Nippertown! 10-12-2012
Sounds
Oobleck has a several funky albums available for purchase on BandCamp and streaming on all major platforms.
Purse Candy, our most recent single is available on all streaming platforms!
Dig live shows? Check out Oobleck on Live Archive for free streaming and downloads of your favorite shows.
Sights
