This week's Perry's Pick goes to Brooklyn's newest funkmasters, the Pimps of Joytime. Formed in 2005, the Pimps of Joytime's multi-ethnic lineup fits perfectly with their diverse mix of musical styles and their indescribable blend of genres. Drawing obvious comparisons to Sly & the Family Stone, Jamiroquai, and Fela Kuti, the Pimps have the ability to break barriers between funk, latin, and afrobeat to create music that touches the soul and induces dance. Brian J, the lead singer and guitarist of the group, leads with a Prince-like attitude, often taking various ambitious vocal tones while plucking James Brown funk licks on the high end of his guitar. Backing Brian J is a percussion-rich collective including Chancey Yearwood on congas and backup vocals and Mayteana Morales who pulls the band into an electronic realm by contributing samples and additional percussion. Rounding out the lineup is drummer Eric Kalb formerly of Deep Banana Blackout and bassist Hagar Ben Ari whose extreme talent and musical background help her lay down a groove that the rest of the group can easily spring off of. Their latest release, Funk Fixes and Remixes, features remixes of old fan favorites from their first album High Steppin' such as the Latin groove influenced "Bonita" and "Street Sound," as well as a few new tracks including the super-funky "Joytime Radio." As a live band, the Pimps of Joytime open up their tunes to include jam room for Brian J's guitar as well as percussion solos that let Yearwood and Kalb flex their muscles. The Pimps have toured all over the country and have been featured at festivals such as High Sierra, Gathering of the Vibes, and Mountain Jam. Look for this group on tour as they electrify clubs across the country and remind Americans what real dance music should sound like. Check out the video below of the Pimps of Joytime performing their hit, "Joytime Radio."
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