Monkey Puzzle..
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A Seriously Sizzling Funk and Dance Band from the deep south UK..

You ready to move…?

You wanna groove…?

You in the mood…?

This is an experience not to be missed!
A heavy dose of funk, Jazz, Latin and sexy lounge grooves that will get you moving like you never thought you could..

“Super tight rhythms n' supa funky grooves. Plus they look the part, too. Monkey Puzzle are surely one of the South's most entertaining live acts.”
Richard Banks, BBC Introducing

Music


Monkey Puzzle are:
Dan Marshall - Guitar & Vocals

Dan Marshall

Lucy Martin - Violin & Vocals

Lucy Martin

James Goff - Percussion

James Goff

Luke Bocchetta - Drums

Luke Bocchetta

Nick Terry - Bass Guitar

Nick Terry

Lee Hayter - Keys

Lee Hayter

Debo raaaaah Wookey - Lead Vocals

Debo raaah Wookey

Monkey Puzzle, the story so far..

Monkey Puzzle are a super creative and energetic band, all with masses of performing and recording experience all around the UK. Along with life's roller coaster, Monkey Puzzle are inspired by a diverse musical bunch including artists like Maceo Parker, Herbie Hancock, Frank Zappa, Cinematic Orchestra, Fela Kuti, Nu Yorican Soul and James Brown.

Formed in January 2009 over a winter pint, they have morphed into a floor stomping funk, dance and jazz band of a highly energetic and rousing nature with a fast growing following of young Monkeys in the making.

Having started off playing free gigs in local bars, they soon progressed to regular shows and events at venues all around the South of the UK. Known for going that extra 10 miles, its not unusual to go home from a Monkey Puzzle show with a free CD, a percussive instrument, sweets, and proudly bearing the band insignia in the form of exclusive stickers or badges!

They are starting to build their fan base up in London, Brighton and Bristol now so watch out for a show near you and come be a part of a night like no other!

hat do other people think..?
“Super tight rhythms n' supa funky grooves. Plus they look the part, too. Monkey Puzzle are surely one of the South's most entertaining live acts.”
Richard Banks, BBC Introducing
“Monkey puzzle are the works of musical genius down to the last piece”
Gary Parker, Wave 105
“Monkey Puzzle don't mess with the funk. More latin than disco, more groove than meaning, these guys took a packed sun-baked Grooves crowd off their backsides and on to their feet. Good time music - funk with a capital FUN.”
Tony Foster - bhone.co.uk
“Monkey Puzzle. A rhythmic explosion that will turn your brain inside out.... Fully loaded with a Trunk 'o' Funk!”
Richard Stannard - Dorset Music Forum
“Monkey Puzzle set The Winchester on fire with their funky beats and non stop feel good music which got everyone up and dancing. These guys are set for big things over the next few years, working hard and producing top quality entertainment and music... They have the whole package going on.”
Louise Keeley - www.thewinchesterpub.co.uk
“If this monkey’s puzzled it’s because it can’t help dancing…”
Ben Lindsey Clark - Treehouse Theatre
Live Jives..
Watch this space for a new Monkey Puzzle Video, coming soon...
Upcoming Shows
13 MayBabalou, BrixtonLondon
 

This will be the funkiest hyper night in the known Universe, as we take to the stage once again with the almighty Size 9!! Tickets a mere 5 pounds each for an experience you will never forget..!

14 May(Private Party) 
21 MayThe Winchester, Poole HillBournemouth
 

Performing with the South's SUPER hot 'Retro Bombshell Burlesque!' Men, don't forget your corsets..

Monkey Pinups
Monkey Puzzle - Bourneouth Pier