FUNKY LAMPSHADES
Funk / Soul / Fusion | Gulf Shores, AL
Band Members:
Austin Thompson – Guitar / Vocals
Elliot Hernandez – Bass / Bass Synth
Andre Heard – Drums
"Funky Lampshades is a high-energy blending a fresh take on funk, soul, and fusion into a groove-rich sound that’s as infectious as it is undeniable. Based out of Gulf Shores, Alabama, they’ve built a loyal following across the Southeast and beyond with their tight musicianship, genre-transcending jams, and live shows that leaves no dance floor untouched. Known for their tight rhythms, fiery jams, and a whole lotta soul, this band doesn’t just play music—they bring the party."
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Notable Performances & Rotations:
House of Blues – New Orleans, LA
French Quarter Festival- New Orleans, LA
Le Bon Temps Roule – New Orleans, LA
Flora-Bama – Orange Beach, AL
Vinyl Music Hall – Pensacola, FL
The Handlebar – Pensacola, FL
The Green Parrot – Key West, FL (During Boat Race World Championship weekend)
The Camp – Huntsville, AL (Wide Spread Panic After Parties)
The Beach Bar – Virgin Islands (During Jam Fest)
Shared the Stage With:
Big Something, George Porter Jr., The Snozzberries, Grits and Greens, Royal Horses, Holly Rock, Bakey’s Brew, Lee Yankie, Mel Knapp, John Hall, and more.
Latest Release:
Their latest single “I Don’t Want Your Money” and accompanying EP were co-produced by John Hall (Red Clay Strays) and Maison Faulk (bassist for Justin Jeansonne), delivering a fresh yet timeless sound that highlights their signature groove.
If you like artist like Stevie Wonder, Prince, D'Angelo, Vulfpeck, The Meters, Lettuce, Cory Wong, Louis Cole, Anderson Paak, Thundercat, Jon Cleary, The Snozzberries, Billy Cobbham, Umphrey's McGee, you'll love Funky Lampshades!