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Our Chicago Band sets the standard for what is Luxury Entertainment for every occasion.
We provide the highest level of quality musicianship with our award-winning services. A Magical atmosphere with sophistication and polish, our reputation comes from unparalleled and unforgettable performances.
The name Funktastic is more then a genre of music - it’s a tight-knit family of stellar talent with a finely and meticulously curated repertoire spanning every style of music. We’re reserved for those with a refined musical taste, and a need for having the best night of their lives. Put your mind at ease knowing you have the “wow-factor” covered, and enjoy our team of live music experts that has your back the whole way through!
A COLLECTION OF CHICAGO'S FINEST
BLACK VOICES
Musical authenticity comes from what's within the music. By tributing legendary artists with inclusion and diversity, we help preserve the African-American art form of Motown, Soul, Funk, Jazz, Hiphop, Pop, and more!
Alysha Monique, Music Director
AS SEEN ON WGN MIDDAY NEWS
Bold, sensual vocalist, Alysha, mesmerizes audiences with the sultry vocal styling of jazz and soul music. Her endearing aura bewitches listeners into the essence of love, individuality and self-actualization. Surrounded by incredible musicians who strive to push their music to an innovative level, Alysha’s creativity and originality continue to ascend upward. An experience with Alysha is striking, genuine and poignant.
Amber Ronae
AS SEEN ON WGN MIDDAY NEWS
A sultry singer born in Gary, Indiana, Amber is heavily influenced by R&B and Soul. At an early age, she attended Emerson Academy of Performing Arts to kick-start her musical journey. Eventually, she would earn her degree in vocal performance at Columbia College Chicago, gaining an extensive background studying music while working with international musicians. Amber studied aboard in Mannheim, Germany at the prestigious PopAkademie Music Conservatory. With 150 Funktastic shows under her belt, known for her memorable performances and lasting impressions. "I'm excited about the direction and for the band's endless future successes".
Deonte Baker
AS SEEN ON AMERICAN IDOL & WINDY CITY LIVE
A Chicago native, Deonte has been singing since he was 7 years old! At the young age of 12, he was singing and traveling with national recording artist Kennew Lewis and One Voice. Most recently, Deonte appeared on national television singing for millions of American Idol fans! He sings with everything he has and wants to make the world a better place through the power of music!
HG Soul
AS SEEN ON FOX and NBC
Standing for "Hot Grits" or "Home Grown" depending on who you ask, HG is a dynamic and soulful singer hailing from Chicago's south side. A staple of Chicago's music scene, he's been featured on several national television shows such as "Showtime at The Apollo" on FOX, and NBC's "Gimme Some More". A veteran performer for over 20 years, HG is considered one of Chicago's musical treasures.
Meagan McNeal
AS SEEN ON THE VOICE
A powerhouse singer and songwriter versed in the genres of Soul, Jazz, and R&B. In 2017, Meagan appeared on the voice, whose radiating vocals landed her on the team of Jennifer Hudson. With fervent drive and dedication, she was a backing vocalist for world-famous artists like Eminem, Common, and The O'Jays. Her music effortlessly transcends boundaries and spreads messages of love and universal truth.
Elisa Latrice
AS SEEN ON THE HIT FOX SHOW "EMPIRE", AND "GOOD DAY CHICAGO" ON FOX32.
Elisa Latrice's passion for music began at a younger age. Inspired by music greats Michael Jackson, James Brown, Tina Turner, and Diana Ross; her desire to pursue a career in music was ignited by opportunity and ambition! She appeared as a vocalist with Snoop Dog during a scene in the TV show, "Empire", FOX32 Chicago "Rising Star", and more. Elisa also is a Tina Turner impersonator, and her tribute shows have packed venues like City Winery.
Alfonzo Jones
AS SEEN WITH THE O'MYS
Alfonzo's love for music started in church, watching and imitating every move and sound of the drummer at the age of 3. While in high school, he gathered a wide range of influences from Dennis Chambers, to Tony Williams, Jimmy Cobb, and more. Eventually, Alfonzo would go off to share the stage with legends like Wynton Marsalis, Wycleff Gordon, and more. In addition to Funktastic, he currently performs with national artist, The O' Mys, and Nikki Lynette.
Larry Brown Jr.
MASTERS DEGREE IN MUSIC
Through the years, he has had the opportunity to learn from jazz legends such as Pat Martino, Houston Person, Jimmy Cobb, Victor Goines, John Scofield and Russell Malone. He has also performed at some of the country’s greatest jazz festivals and venues including the St. Louis Jazz Festival, the Clark Terry Jazz Festival, The JVC Jazz Festival New York, Lima Jazz Festival (South America) as well as Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola. Larry is heavily influenced by Prince, Michael Jackson, and received his masters in music from Northern Illinois University.
Nycee Butler
AS SEEN AT EVERY VENUE YOU KNOW OF...
South Side Chicago native, Nycee Butler has been a professional contracted
vocalist for fifteen years. She has performed with over fifty local artists of the best talent in Chicago and graced some of Chicagos' legendary stages such as the Regal Theater, City Winery, The Promontory, House of Blues, The Shrine Chicago, California Clipper, Untitled, The Bassment, and more. With her wide range of musical influences, from Gospel, Jazz, Alternative, Folk, and Soul music, Nycee is known for her eclectic taste and vocal ability when it comes to delivering quality sound.
LaShera Moore
AS SEEN AT EVERY VENUE YOU KNOW OF...
Growing up in church alongside her Mom, her sisters, and other relatives of her family; singing Gospel: LaShera loved to being versatile and wanted to be more broader in the style and genre of Music. At Columbia, she proved herself to be the goto singer for any style needed, from Country, Pop and Rock to Jazz, Gospel, Blues and R&B Soul, and quickly found herself performing with such greats as: New York Voices along with Darmon Meader and Peter Eldridge, Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor, Mavis Staples, Brian Culbertson and other professional musicians.
The Funktastic Horns
Bobby " Wonderful" Cooper, Len'i McKinney, and Royce Harrington
Sound & Stage Lighting
Rob Bowers & team &
Chicago Street Strings
Hannah Watson
MIKE ZABRIN
OWNER
Originating from his original music band, Mike Zabrin's Funktastic, he performs every year on WGN Midday News, WGN's Nick Digilio Show, and with notable writeups in Bass Player Magazine, Jazz Corner, and hundreds of world-wide publications. His albums feature members of Kool & The Gang, Fishbone, and more.
A graduate of Columbia College Chicago, Mike had his start playing the blues! Throughout college, he toured with Chicago Blues Hall of Famers playing at staple blues venues like Kingston Mines and Buddy Guy's Legends. During this time, and an advocate for music education, Mike was the GM of School of Rock.
Mike took his band to hundreds of venues and festivals. Over 40 Park Districts have Funktastic for their Summer Concert Series and they've opened for national acts like WAR.
Having the best musicians Chicago has to offer under his wing, Mike took the wedding and corporate event industry by storm with his company, Funktastic Productions. A keeper of WeddingWire's Couples Choice Awards & The Knot Hall of Fame, Funktastic Productions is regarded as the mid-west's premier events band.
I live to create meaningful, long-lasting relationships and truly unforgettable events with packed dance floors.