Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you should be well aware of the inimitable force that is Turkuaz. The Brooklyn-based, 9-piece “Powerfunk” outfit delivers a modern take on the classic funk sound, establishing themselves amongst leaders in the funk revolution that’s currently taking place. Blending elements of Pop, R&B, and Soul with their distinct aggressive funk core, Turkuaz makes a colorful impression everywhere they go.
Since hitting the road in 2012, Turkuaz have released a handful of albums, canvassed the U.S. more times over, and continue to gather devoted listeners along the way. A quickly addictive pulse coupled with a reputation for their trademark sound and style have earned steadily growing attention across the nation. Just over the past two years, the band has made impactful appearances at Bonnaroo, Red Rocks, Lock’n, Mountain Jam, and have been filling rooms coast to coast from Terminal 5 in New York to The Fillmore in San Francisco.
With the release of their album Digitonium, Turkuaz’s sound is more accessible than ever and poised to break out to a more mainstream audience. With a playful feel that evokes the best of 80s dance music, Turkuaz’s tightly arranged songs are built on thick grooves, driven by powerhouse rhythm and horn sections, as well as four distinct vocalists.
Earlier this month, the band rolled through Asheville, NC to perform at the Orange Peel. The entire performance was professionally shot, and is now available for your enjoyment. Thanks to Iam AVL and their high quality film, you can watch the full show below.
Turkuaz 2018 Tour Dates
01/16 Miami, FL: The Wynwood Yard
01/17 Miami, FL: Jam Cruise
01/25 Ithaca, NY: The Haunt
01/26 Stroudsburg, PA: Sherman Theater
01/27 Rochester, NY: Anthology
01/28 Toronto, ON: The Velvet Underground
01/31 Cohoes, NY: Cohoes Music Hall
02/01 Killington, VT: Pickle Barrel
0202 Burlington, VT: Higher Ground
02/03 Stratton, VT: Grizzly’s
03/02 Okochobee, FL: Okochobee Music & Arts Festival
03/03 Punta Gorda, FL: Funk Fest
03/14 Telluride, CO: Club Red
03/15 Frisco, CO: Barkley Ballroom
03/16 Ft. Collins, CO: Aggie Theatre
03/17 Steamboat Springs, CO: Gondola Plaza
03/20 Park City, UT: O.P. Rockwell
03/21 Jackson Hole, WV: Pink Garter Theatre
03/22 Bozeman, MT: The Rialto
03/23 Whitefish, MT: Remington Bar
03/24 Sandpoint, ID: The Hive
03/27 Eugene, OR: HiFi Music Hall*
03/28 Chico, CA: Lost On Main
03/29 Sacramento, CA: Harlow’s
03/30 Los Angeles, CA: The Fonda Theatre^
03/31 San Francisco, CA: Warfield Theatre^
04/20 Brooklyn, NY: Brooklyn. NY
04/21 Brooklyn, NY: Brooklyn. NY
04/22 Brooklyn, NY: Brooklyn. NY
06/23 Rothbury, MI: Electric Forest Festival
06/29 Rothbury, MI: Electric Forest Festival
07/19 Scranton, PA: Peach Music Festival
09/23 Morrison, CO: Red Rocks~
* w/ Moon Hooch
^ w/ Galactic
~ w/ Greenskly Bluegrass