Defunkt - Rocket 2015 - Joe Bowie & co.
MASTERVOLT is the upcoming New Release for the Groundbreaking group Defunkt on ZIP RECORDS/San Francisco. Defunkt began in the early 80's NYC Punk/Funk scene. After a 35 year touring stint with various Defunkt formations Joseph Bowie brings together the 1st Euro-based incarnation of Defunkt featuring Linley Marthe, Emma Lamadji, Jon Grandcamp, Rocco Zifarelli and Michael Lecoq. In 1980 Joe worked with Hungarian poet/lyricists Janos Gat to create the no-nonsense awareness inspiring legacy of Defunkt. Working now with artist/writer/lyricist Hilarius Hofstede Joe has written dynamic music to top his extraordinary career maintaining his aspiration to be the people's musician of truth. "Rocket 2015" is the 'Book-end' of the CD completing this Defunkt oddessy beginning with "Bring Out the Jams". First recorded in 1995 with Dureco "Blue Funk" Records, it is rejuvenated in Powerful version and incredible and unique solos of the incredible Defunkt Band.