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Kontroversi is an electrofunk duo whose live show embraces 80’s funk, building a foundation of heavy beats from classic drum machines and chunky analog basslines to get the dancefloor rocking. Imagine Prince, Parliament, New Order and Jamiroquai taking a road trip across the galaxy in a ’59 Cadillac and you’re halfway there! Performing in June at the Wild Wood Disco, we have a little chat with this awesome twosome.
Right at this moment tucked away in the mothership adding the finishing touches to our Galactic Vibe Check Mixtape – designed to test the musical compatibility of newly discovered beings before we make our initial contact.
When we’re not traversing the outer reaches of the funk galaxy you can find us both in Cambridge.
There’s just two of us: G.S.D, who is in charge of lead vocals, and guitars, with the odd keyboard line thrown in here and there, and Mr Margaret Scratcher who mans the synthesizers, drum machines and sequencers, as well as providing backup vocals and Talkbox.
Intergalactic Bassline Funk
The combination of amazing musicians with incredible chops, alongside drum machines and synths is just absolutely killer as far as we’re concerned.
There are too many inspirational artists to list, but obvious standouts include: Prince (of course), Zapp and Roger, Parliament, New Order, Chaz Jankel, Mr Flagio.
Our live show revolves around Ableton providing the backbone, where we have stripped out as many elements as we think we can handle playing live. Keeping busy while leaving ourselves enough wiggle room to let loose and jam, basically!
We’ve not yet, really, although we did have a live drummer for a Michael Jackson cover version a while back.
Probably Chromeo. Prince if we could bring him back…
Scratcher is – and can be very often heard playing a mix of funk, soul, hip hop, and disco edits!
We recently played a gig at a sold out venue in Soho, to a crowd that were fully into it. Having a roomful of people who have never heard your stuff singing along and doing the dance moves by the end of the song is a very rewarding feeling indeed!
Expect to see Scratcher ripping it up on the keytar and Talkbox, and G.S.D. belting out the soulful vocals and shredding on the guitar. On top of that, expect to try to follow along with a few tongue twister raps and dance routines.
We’ve played a few times, and we love the great party atmosphere
It’s a great line up – It almost goes without saying but Crazy P is always a must, of course, and then Optimo, Bradley Zero and Slothboogie to pick out a few personal highlights.
A necessary evil…
Gyration, Hydration, then beam back to the Space Station.
From jamming on the mothership to rocking the stage at Wild Wood Disco, Kontroversi showcases an irresistible mix of talent and funk. Inspired by the music legends of the 80s, they keep their footprints anchored in the ‘Intergalactic Bassline Funk’ genre while also exploring the outer reaches of the musical galaxy. Being a live band at heart, their ultimate joy emanates from getting their audience lost in the funk, while reciprocating the energy back to them.
As they prepare for a standout performance at the Wild Wood Disco Festival, the duo remains ever-curious, ever-evolving, and undoubtedly one to watch for those in search of funky, soulful and interstellar vibes. So, if you’re ready for a unique musical journey and willing to pass their ‘Galactic Vibe Check’, make sure to catch Kontroversi in action, and remember their festival survival mantra – Gyration, Hydration, then beam back to the Space Station. Get your tickets here!
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Hello and welcome once again, music explorers. This is Kono Vidovic, your faithful guide on this sonic journey we call Dirty Disco 505. This week, we’re embarking on another electrifying […]
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