JUNE 1, 2009 (New York, NY) The Jazz Funktet announces the release of its first CD, Are Here, now available at iTunes and CDBaby.
The band is organized by pianist and composer, Dan Furman, and includes the popular hiphop artist Maya Azucena and jazz saxophonist Joel Frahm.
The Primordial Jazz Funktet began in Atlanta, GA and brought its blend of jazz, R&B and hiphop beats to New York in 2003. PJF plays funky soulful tunes that tell stories. The sextet features originals by Furman as well as new takes on modern classics from Gershwin (a new musical setting of the lyrics to Summertime) to Stevie Wonder.
For further information, contact: Dan Furman at 404 819-9726 or Dan Furman
For more information contact All About Jazz.
