Meet The Band

Leadership

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Daryl Soo | CEO/Guitar

Musical Background: Minor in Music – Indiana University, IU Soul Revue – Indiana University Music Ensemble. Music Industry – 9 years. Wedding experience – 4 years. Notable projects – Cincinnati Music Festival 2018. Musical influences – Stevie Wonder, Justin Timberlake, Bruno Mars

Personal:

Daryl put this band together because there’s no joy like doing what you love with the people you love. After years of studying guitar styles from all genres, he’s come to understand the importance of nuanced details in music that make great songs the hits they are, and is a lesson he emphasizes to the band. That combined with his belief that the chemistry and joy that we share on stage as musicians and as friend creates a level of energy and creativity that sets us apart. When he’s not playing a wedding, he’s either travelling, snowboarding or doing some other activity that involves being outside.

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Jared Griffin | East Coast Manager/Vocals

Musical Background: Jazz Studies Major – Indiana University, IU Soul Revue – Indiana University Music Ensemble. Music Industry – 23 years. Wedding experience – 8 years. Notable projects – Cincinnati Music Festival 2018. Musical influences – Stevie Wonder, Bilal, Michael Jackson

Personal:

Jared is our industry veteran. He started singing the day he learned to talk and hasn’t slowed down since. While his skills as a vocalist are exceptional, his accumulated knowledge in the industry is where he shines. Having held roles as sound engineer, producer, etc., we as a team are equipped with the knowledge to deliver more than just the music for your event, but the intensity of emotion that is created when music and production come together as one. On the side his passion is as an educator, seeking to share the knowledge that he’s gained with the next generation.

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Brian Frasier Moore | Talent Manager/Drums

Musical Background: Janet Jackson – All for You Tour. Madonna – Stand Up Tour. Justin Timberlake – 20/20 Experience World Tour. Justin Timberlake – Man of the Woods Tour. Pink - Summer Carnival World Tour.

Personal:

Brian Frasier Moore is a world-renowned drummer, musical director, and producer who has toured and recorded with top artists including Justin Timberlake, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Christina Aguilera, Jill Scott, and Babyface. Beyond studio albums and live tours, his performances span major television shows (SNL, Letterman, Kimmel) and global events like the Super Bowl, cementing his reputation as one of the industry’s most versatile and sought-after drummers. His full bio can be found here.

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Vocal Section

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Aaliyah Hyde singing into a microphone on stage with sparkly black top and leather pants, with 'Funk Almighty' logo in bottom left corner.
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Rhythm Section

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Horn Section

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Peyton Womack playing saxophone on stage during a live performance with colorful lighting.
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