ArtistInfo

Defunkt

Band, *1978
R&B/Soul and Jazz

Defunkt is a musical group founded by trombonist/singer Joseph Bowie 1978 in New York, United States, and still active. Their music touches on elements of punk rock, funk and jazz.Defunkt has been active since 1978. They merge avant-garde aesthetics with punk rock and funk, and have produced 15 recordings on various independent labels. The band has traveled throughout the world as an opening act for such artists as James Brown, David Byrne and Talking Heads, The Clash, Hans Dulfer, Candy Dulfer, Isaac Hayes, Prince, Larry Graham, Me'Shell NdegéOcello, Maceo Parker.

Members

	Kelli Sae voc US
	Joseph Bowie tb, voc *1953 US
	Kim Clarke b *1954 US
	Kelvyn Bell g US
	John Mulkerin tr US
	Kenny Martin dr US
	Bill Bickford g *1956 US
	Richie Harrison dr