Bands of this kind of construction are usually so loose as to invite criticism from music nerds looking for flaws, but there is pedigree and history here enough to impress both the casual good-time seeker and the exacting fan of well played instruments.
Sly-Chi [chee], from Portland, Maine, defies your standard musical genres.
It takes more than a word to describe their style. There's funk, soul, a
little R&B - all with an underlying jazz edge. Throw in the classic rock and
you're pleasantly confused. This unique combination - along with the sheer
size of the band - creates an unmistakable energy. The group has horns, 4
singers, a long list of percussive instruments, and a super-tight rhythm
section to support all that sound. They pack dance floors much like the
bands they're often compared to - Earth, Wind & Fire, Tower of Power, Brand
New Heavies.
The group got started in early 2000 and their family of friends and fans has
been expanding ever since. Soon after their debut CD, "Wave Sound", reached best seller status in Maine and New Hampshire, they were voted Best Live Act and Best R&B Act in the 2004 Portland Phoenix Best Music Poll, followed by Best R&B Act in 2005, 2006 and 2008.
With the addition of new saxophonist, Brian Graham, and Q97.9's Maine Idol Winner, Kelly McKenna, the band has placed in the finals of The 2008
Anthem International Music Festival. Most recently Sly-Chi has released
their sophomore album, "The Space," which is now available at Maine and
New Hampshire Bull Moose locations. Their first single, "Why," released in early 2008, has had radio play on most Maine stations and a number of college stations across the country.
It takes more than a word to describe their style. There's funk, soul, a
little R&B - all with an underlying jazz edge. Throw in the classic rock and
you're pleasantly confused. This unique combination - along with the sheer
size of the band - creates an unmistakable energy. The group has horns, 4
singers, a long list of percussive instruments, and a super-tight rhythm
section to support all that sound. They pack dance floors much like the
bands they're often compared to - Earth, Wind & Fire, Tower of Power, Brand
New Heavies.
The group got started in early 2000 and their family of friends and fans has
been expanding ever since. Soon after their debut CD, "Wave Sound", reached best seller status in Maine and New Hampshire, they were voted Best Live Act and Best R&B Act in the 2004 Portland Phoenix Best Music Poll, followed by Best R&B Act in 2005, 2006 and 2008.
With the addition of new saxophonist, Brian Graham, and Q97.9's Maine Idol Winner, Kelly McKenna, the band has placed in the finals of The 2008
Anthem International Music Festival. Most recently Sly-Chi has released
their sophomore album, "The Space," which is now available at Maine and
New Hampshire Bull Moose locations. Their first single, "Why," released in early 2008, has had radio play on most Maine stations and a number of college stations across the country.
Sly-Chi's Achievements
June 2008 10klf Cosmic Break
June 2008 Jazz
June 2008 Funk/Groove & Soul Rock
May 2008 JVC Jazz Festival Newport
Sly-Chi's Favorite Songs
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31 comments
Now you just make sure you stay up there.
Great stuff on the funk channel.
Hope you get the time to visit my profile and drop a word.
Great job on the top 10 victory too.
Luv To Ya
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ZANDERAH
Great FUNK track Turn out Fine. Love it. Just love that song.
Love your music!
Peace,
Omri.
peace and love silke
please don’t be a stranger and drop by anytime
Be also my friend in my myspage page - I’ll appreciate
http://www.myspace.com/lillulumontreal
Lil lulu xxx
Thanks for finding me! Hope you liked my tunes!
LRS
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT IT MEANS EVERYTHING IN THE WORLD TO ME AND YOU GUYS TOTALLY ROCK!!!
DAVID (THE PIANO WIZARD) KELLY
It's good to be friends. Keep up the great work.
Peace,
Matt
YOU GUYS SOUND TIGHT.
NICE MUSIC.
GOOD LUCK TO YOU.
DICARLO
thx 4 the req
great music......
Thank you for your request.
WOW... Very, very, nice music!
I added "Turn Out Fine" to my favorites, but I would like to ask all, eheheh ...
Congratulations, you have a great Band.
Glad to be friends, keep rockin!
efrank from Brazil
LEON CHEVA
COOL TO BE REQUESTED BY YOU
KEEP IT GROOVY & SOULFULL
HOPE YOU FEEL MY SONGS TOO
ONE MUSICAL LOVE
SPECIAL CECILIA
I'm gettin' down here!!
Marnee & company
to hear a hidden track called "Love's Death Spell"
and vote in the quarter finals on Ourstage!
Ive got SLY-CHI on my mind!!
-MP
Turn Out Fine ... sounds great!!
All your songs are kickin.
Your band makes my body move.
Lovin this,
Thanks
Nice music!
I send you the very best on your carrier!
Sincerely,
Giancarlo
Good Luck!