Big Sam's Funky Nation w/ The Twin Cats SATURDAY 12/17

Big Sam's Funky Nation w/ The Twin Cats SATURDAY 12/17 at The Mousetrap
This is going to be a huge show for the Trap. The Twin Cats will open the night for
New Orleans' own Big sam's Funky Nation! Only $6 at the door. Get there early. This one will sell out!

http://www.bigsamsfunkynation.com
http://www.thetwincats.net/

Big Sam's Funky Nation has boldly established their presence at the forefront of the vibrant New Orleans music scene. Trombone powerhouse and band leader "Big Sam" Williams has been celebrated as "the top man on the slide trombone in the birthplace of jazz" by the San Francisco Chronicle and the band has been consistently touted for "bringing a straight raw party" by Jambase. 2010 has already been... a busy year for The Nation, beginning with an East Coast tour, ten days touring Greece, a recurring role in the new HBO original series "Treme," various appearances, including an official showcase, in Austin during South By Southwest, a very busy New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and an eventful LEAF: Lake Eden Arts Festival. Big Sam's Funky Nation was branded the "Hardest Working Band At Bonnaroo 2010" by the festival's own publication, The Bonnaroo Beacon. .

the members of the Funky Nation, a group of well trained and experienced musicians with impressive credentials of their own meet the challenge of their band leader. The energy level is high voltage when BSFN takes the stage.

The Twin Cats are a 5-Piece Jazz-Funk band, based out of Indianapolis, Indiana. The Twin Cats were founded by identical twins Adam and Seth Catron, (drums and guitar/vocals, respectively). Cameron Reel (bass guitar) and Phil Geyer (keys) were added to the group shortly after the twins began playing together. The Twin Cats' sound was completed by the addition of Indy jazz artist, Nick Gerlach (sax/flute).

From intimate venues to outdoor festivals, this group loves to entertain: Playing festivals such as 10KLF, Summer Camp, and F.U.N.K. Festival have given the band the pleasure of sharing the bill with some of the top touring acts in the country. The Twin Cats have also had the opportunity to open for artists such as The Greyboy Allstars, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Rusted Root, and Here Come the Mummies.

Though easily recognized by the identical twins, ultimately, The Twin Cats are best recognized for their innovative funk grooves, fused with unforgettable jazz melodies. They never have trouble engaging a crowd.