Local musician Vince Esquire has released ‘Funkulele,’ a nine-track funk album featuring ukulele and high-profile backing musicians including Tower of Power horns. The project was partially sponsored by Ron Panzo, owner of Nalu’s South Shore Grill.
- Vince Esquire, who previously toured with Gregg Allman, released an instrumental funk album featuring ukulele as the lead instrument.
- The album includes backing musicians with credits from Prince, Chaka Khan, and other major artists.
- Tower of Power horns recorded their contribution in one take during a sound check at Blue Note in Honolulu.
- Ron Panzo, owner of Nalu’s South Shore Grill, sponsored the Tower of Power portion of the recording.
- The album was co-produced with Kauai-based Michael Ruff, who has worked with major recording artists.
Source: Maui News
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