Supergroup Funky But Better is playing a benefit show at NYC’s Beekman Beer Garden Beach Club September 25th at 7 PM. The band is made up of some of today’s best funk musicians including Big Sam from Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Ivan Neville of Dumpstaphunk, Stanton Moore from Galactic, Eric McFadden of P-Funk/The Animals and Doug Wimbish of Living Colour. Proceeds from the event will go to The Roots of Music, a non-profit group started by Derrick Tabb of Rebirth Brass Band to guide New Orleans’ youth with music and academic education while staying true to New Orleans’ unique culture.

GA tickets are available in advance online for $35 and $50 at the door.  The $100 VIP ticket option comes with complimentary Red Bull, cocktails, Nawlins buffet (crawfish, jambalaya, cornbread, etc.) and a Godiva gift basket. Doors open at 5 PM and attendees must be 21 or over.

Click here for tickets. Use discount code L4LM to in order to purchase $20 GA tickets (savings of $15).