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SUPER HEAVY FUNK

Cantaloop's mission is to provide "iFunk + indie Hip Hop" to the masses and is fronted by the hip-hop/funk attack of Dannie Dee with the pioneers of "ifunk" 100C on guitar, De'wooton on bass, and Beef on drums, with additional players either (sax or trumpet) or both The Horns of Plenty and special guests.

In 2007, the band completed a tour of 10 dates in Ireland with The Fun Lovin' Criminals. The band also performed an unstoppable amount of shows in the UK (their home territory). Cantaloop have supported several reputable, established acts including:

" The Fun Lovin' Criminals (UK and Europe "Irish 07", "Livin' In The City Tour 05", "Bag Of Hits Tour", "Loco Tour")
" De La Soul
" Trevor Nelson
" Roy Ayers
" Dewele
" The Blockhead's

IN THE FRAME release date 13-4-08
Debut single number 18 in countdown chart - Hip Hop Connections
"A tune destined for greater things, summer anthem of Christ-like proportions" - Subba-Cultcha
"Hits you with immediate effect. The optimistic atmosphere of this album will make you feel good for no particular reason!" - Blues & Soul

In the Frame marks the 2nd single from the killer forthcoming album I.C.H.I.L.E. and is a pure, vibrant funk/ pop/ and 'bling-free' hip-hop track tinged with soul. This is hip-hop without gimmicks and without pretension. Cantaloop pedal music to the grown up hip hop contingent and this single also features a murderously cool mix from the Fun Lovin Criminals.
However, it is not only the instrumentation that is ear catching, vocalist Dannie Dee's biting social commentary and fluent lyricism is guaranteed to turn heads. Dee uses the forthcoming album as a platform to air his views on everything from personal friendships to the state of modern society with the sort of insight that marks him out as a truly original lyricist.
Cantaloop also excel as a live band, each member being accomplished instrumentalists. Unsurprisingly their show stopping live performances have won them prestigious support slots for the likes of De la Soul and Fun Lovin' Criminals. The latter have been so impressed by the band that they have joined them live on stage on many occasions and now provide them with exclusive remixes.

I.C.H.I.L.E release date 20-4-08
Cantaloop release their latest studio album I.C.H.I.L.E in 08; The band has just finished the album with Gavin Monaghan (Editors, The Twang, and Scott Matthews). Its be a long time coming but when you hear tracks like "Brotherhood" with its blend of acoustic-funk, old skool deck-wreckin its back to future horns (The Horns of Plenty also smash the joint "Peace the Theme to Cantaloop") You know these guy's might just be able to make funk/Hip Hop credible once more!…. But don't get to comfortable cos just when you think you got it, they can 'flip the script', chillax (chill and relax) and drop some bittersweet vocal lines and earth moving Bass I.C.H.I.L.E is just that with its under line edge and social comment.
When Dannie Dee tells you in "Propa" that they are not your regular hip hoppers'. He's not lying, there mix of hip-hop soul and funk on songs from the out and out funk of Psycho Stalker to the sucker punch that is Friendly Fire, this song is a band with its back up against the wall and they're still flashing the vee's and come out rockin. In the Frame will give you that warm sun touched Feeling.
And look out for the sneaky Fun Lovin Criminals remix of "Brotherhood". The family DiFontaine have cooked up a sure-fire club hot-footer! ".

Cantaloop have played at various festivals and legendary venues including:
" Glastonbury Festival on The Jazz World, Avalon stages and Bandstand (UK)
" Montreux Jazz Festival (Montreux)
" Blue Balls Festival (Luzern)
" Moods (Zurich)
" The Flechedor (Paris)
" Paradiso (Amsterdam)
" Ancienne Belgique (Brussels)
" Larmer Tree Festival (UK)
" Vicar Street (Dublin)
" Barrowlands (Glasgow)
" Ashton Court (Bristol)
" Jazz Café (London)
" Cargo (London)
" Carling Academy (Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol)
" Rock City (Nottingham)

Web Reviews
Cantaloop - In The Frame
http://www.subba-cultcha.com/singles.php
Bounce, bounce, bounce - a tune destined for greater things,
like a playful Lemar rocking out with RHCP, a summer anthem of Christ-like proportions…

The Music Magazine Review
Cantaloop - Brotherhood
http://themusicmagazine.co.uk/
As the first single from Cantaloop's eagerly awaited third album, 'I.C.H.I.L.E' (due to be released in early '08), 'Brotherhood' is under pressure to impress. The band's back catalogue is a lot to live up to and, thankfully, this new single doesn't disappoint. Full of funk and hints of the great early days of hip-hop, Cantaloop provide the listener with a highly developed sound that is fun, clever and catchy.
'Brotherhood' is a bare-bones song that has the ability to transform even the darkest of winters in to summer. It's simplicity is it's genius, it makes it approachable to all. The lyrics compliment the tune as they are real and hopeful, sending out a message without barraging you with political propaganda, a mistake many bands have fallen victim to of late.
Cantaloop, as vocalist Dannie Dee informs us in the single's intro, will last forever. They are one of a few present bands that stand out from the crowd and, if they continue on the track they're currently on, they will only develop and improve further to become the forerunner of British music.

http://www.toxicpete.co.uk/
Cantaloop - Brotherhood
Cantaloop take hip hop to another level and widen their potential market base by allowing their street groove to romp playfully and, I have to say, majestically with funked-up jazzy vibes. Hey, it works wonderfully well and pretty much turns the genre on its head!
'Brotherhood' by Cantaloop is given here as three mixes; radio edit, album version and deester remix. They all work, they're all tastily handled and beautifully formed. The Cantaloop boys deliver their voices crisply and with a clarity far superior to the hip hop norm. The great jazz vibe is addictive and juicy and adds new depth and honesty to what is already a damn funky song. There's some stunning 'horns' dotted thoughtfully through the song which lift and brighten the whole feel of the song. The rich jazz undertones are further enhanced by some excellent vocal work which at times borders on scat - really nicely done, it works - it really works!!
Hip hop has its niche takers and with 'Brotherhood', Cantaloop should open the genre up to a wider audience and win many friends along the way. 'Brotherhood' is cool and mature and should become a favourite with DJ's, party freaks and club goers. Superb production allows the listener full access to every aspect of the song and I'm sure the radio stations will take this on-board with relish and help 'Brotherhood' get into houses that probably wouldn't normally recognise hip hop as an acceptable musical art-form.
'Brotherhood' by Cantaloop is 'on the money! Cantaloop absolutely nail the piece and 'Brotherhood' should prove to be a big winner for Cantaloop.

Whisperin & Hollerin Review
Cantaloop - Brotherhood
http://www.whisperinandhollerin.com/
Our Rating:********
This is truly a great hip-hop track with all the ingredients to garner much attention. It would be too easy to liken them to Jurassic 5 - but they do take on certain elements of them.
The thing with Cantaloop though is one minute you're deep in the middle of some funky knees up of a tune and the next you're in the throws of a social rant. But it's all good. Cantaloop are great fun with some awesome songs, so why not check out more at their myspace (www.myspace.com/cantaloopnufunk) and see why they've been supporting the likes of De La Soul. - lizharvs

Magazine Acclaim:
Sarina Q of Spill: "A funk locomotive from Worcestershire self proclaimed pioneers of Nufunk, having witnessed this band on countless occasions. They leave you breathless from bopping your head and twisting your feet in harmony. Theirs only one recommendation here, catch this band live!"

Fela Lewis of Logo: "… Cantaloop's fusion of funk and hip-hop pitches itself in a territory bounded by the free form jams of Phish and the social awareness of The Specials, tinged with the spacious blues of Eric Bibb and the dive bombing rap 'n' scratch of Senser. Live, recorded live (obviously), shows that their hearts are closer to funk than either jazz or straightforward rock, though they manage to combine all three with aplomb…"

Colm Farry of MMII Observer UCD: "Cantaloop's Resensitize takes hip-hop to fresh modern extremes, distinguishing itself from the stale and altogether mundane music we have come to expect in the wake of Eminem, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Doggy Dog.

Best of British from the British Phonographic Industry/Virgin Mega stores USA: "A storming soundtrack to sweaty dance floor action or a pass the rizla chillout session, this is the perfect solution to super club overkill."

Lead Vocalist: Dannie Dee
Guitar: 1ooC
Drums: Beef
Bass: Paulo de' Wooton

Contact:

Dannie - 07886-315219
Justin - 01299-400732
Email: cantaloopbrotherhood@hotmail.com
Website: www.cantaloop.net
Myspace: www.myspace.com/cantaloopnufunk

Upcoming Shows

10 Oct 2008 20:00
Wardrobe Leeds
11 Oct 2008 20:00
Trades Club Hebden Bridge
17 Oct 2008 20:00
The Social Bournemouth
18 Oct 2008 20:00
93 Feet East supporting The Fun Lovin’ Criminals (DJ set) London
24 Oct 2008 20:00
The Church Barn Bishop’s Castle
25 Oct 2008 20:00
Ironworks Oswestry
1 Nov 2008 20:00
The Yardbird Birmingham
6 Nov 2008 20:00
Ride Cafe Plymouth
29 Nov 2008 20:00
Soul Cellar Southampton
26 Dec 2008 20:00
The Bull Ludlow
27 Dec 2008 20:00
Mr. Wolf’s Bristol

Other sites to visit for more info on Cantaloop

MySpace.com

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