Meet the band

Sarah - Vocals

With over 10 years experience of live music performance, Sarah leads the band with her immense talent as a vocalist. Her music career has involved both covers and writing/performing her original material; she is one half of acoustic duo Abstract Catz and has her own solo jazz project, see Sarah Jane Vocals. With her mic in lucky channel number 4 on the mixing desk, she joined Funktion in 2008.

Doug - Guitars and Keyboards

Self-taught since his early teens, Doug's enthusiasm for the guitar knows no bounds. His favourite guitarists include Carlos Santana, Jeff Beck and Jerry Stevenson (Be Sharp). Plays Ibanez Radius and Epiphone Les Paul guitars, and keyboard setup utilises a MIDI-controlled Roland JV-1080. Previously in covers/originals band KBS, he joined Funktion in 2002.

Ian - Keyboards and Backing Vocals

With a degree in music and a Grade 8 Piano qualification, Ian brings a wealth of experience to Funktion. Always astounding the rest of the band by playing an unfeasible number of parts during a song. Also a very competent vocalist, his main weapon of choice is the 88-key Korg N1. Joined Funktion in 2008.

Chris - Bass

Having played in several originals and covers bands (including Beatz Working) both as a lead guitarist and bassist, Chris opted for a more funky sound and joined Funktion in 2003. Chris provides the rock solid and funky bass lines for the band, and is a stalwart of the Surrey music scene, having formed a number of "one off" bands for local fundraising events and charity days. This includes jazz sets, and occasional acoustic guitar sets.

Andrew - Drums

Our back beat is provided by Andrew, who has locked in seamlessly with Chris since joining Funktion. Influenced by Carter Beauford and Matt Johnson amongst others, he is also a professional drum tutor and dep, see Dwumma.