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The Fontanelles consists of the band formed for the 2011 London representations of the 'Fela!' Broadway musical, led by bassist/producer Leon Brichard, a long-time connection of Paris DJs from when he was playing in bands from Loik Dury's Kraked studios a few years ago… The two tracks Leon submitted for this compilation hit us instantly, and with their release on a limited vinyl seven inch at the end of last month on First Word Records, everything was just perfect for the arrival of this 3rd volume of 'Tropical Grooves & Afrofunk International' only a few days later. 'Pinprick' goes on a slightly Dub-influenced Afro-Jazz path, with some very catchy horn hooks over a thumping bassline. Totally original 21st century African roots music, with a rocking spirit. These guys are gonna go BIG.


About The Fontanelles :
In 2011 the groundbreaking Broadway production, FELA! arrived at London’s National Theatre. Telling the life story of the Nigerian icon Fela Kuti, the show was embraced by London crowds and completed a sell out run with rave reviews. At the heart of the story was an onstage band that pumped out Fela’s music with an authenticity and class that was essential to the show’s success. This was the birth of The Fontanelles. The natural step was to keep the flame burning once the curtain fell for the last time at The National as the band were asked to perform countless shows in their own right. Fela’s music was a musical launch pad and common for a group of players whose experience and influences spread far and wide. In the spirit of Fela, the band have forged their own identity with original music that takes in influences from the Nigerian master to dub , Ethio funk , jazz , film scores and beyond.

Latest Releases :
- Pinprick/Criminality (7", First Word Records / 2013)

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from Rise of The Troubadour Warriors - Tropical Grooves & Afrofunk International Vol​.​3, released July 3, 2013
Idris Rahman - Tenor saxophone
Robin Hopcraft - Trumpet
Tamar Osborne - Baritone saxophone
Harry Brown - Trombone
Jon gingel - Guitar
Laurence corns - Guitar
Leon Brichard - Bass
Nick Ramm - Keys
Satin Singh - Darboukas, percussions
Maurizio Ravalico - Congas
Saleem Rahman - Drums

Recorded at S.T.A.C Studios
Produced by Leon Brichard
Mixed by Leon Brichard
Mastered by Mandy Parnell
Composed by I. Rahman, R. Hopcraft, L. Brichard, S. Singh
Published by First Word Publishing / Five Missions More
© 2013 First Word Records

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