Biographies

Eddie O. aka Special Agent: ORANGE (DRUMS, PERCUSSION, BACKGROUND VOCALS)

Agent Orange - (Founder, Jan 1st 2014) Was Born to Funk. He was introduced to the Musical Phenomenon of Motown, as an infant during the mid-late 60s. Later, during the early 70s his Education would Transcend into the Sounds known today as the 'Funk'. Once bitten by this Highly contagious bug, he set out to pick up the Sticks, and Learn the most Infectious 4/4 grooves, from the Masters of, Stubblefield, Withers, Starks, etc. From Middle school, though High school, is when he learned how to play over a dozen different Percussion Instruments, and Musical Styles, including Classical, Jazz, Swing, Marching, and so on. As an adult, Orange would audition & join a few Local musical Projects (Rock, Pop, Country, etc), for his Beat Making capabilities. Once he obtained enough Different styles of Musicianship, he then Combined All of his past teachings to, Start his Own Band, and ''Hit em From a Different Angle." 

On Stage:

Agent: ORANGE, is the supplier of the Beat. Combined with his experience as a DJ from the Mid 80s, through today (house parties, small weddings), he shares with The People, the Booty shakin hits from his Personal Playlist, before the Band hits the stage & during each Performance break, and knows how to make the Crowds Hit the Dance Floor & say, HO!!! Orange's Weapon of Choice for Every mission is 'THE FUNK MACHINE'. A.O. also loans his voice at times, to complete the 4-part harmonies of the F.B.I.'s, 7-piece Ensemble. Listen to him Rap during, Deelite's 'Groove is in The Heart' & take the Lean on Kool & the Gang's 'Celebration'.

Behind the Scenes:

As the Leader of the F.B.I., Agent Orange has delegated specific assignments to Each Band member according to their Strengths, and the results from each individual's Extensive Hard Work, has been nothing short of OUTSTANDING & Top of Class! A.O. also takes the Lead in Member Recruitment, Marketing/Promotions, Band Communications, and works directly with the Lady Agents with New Song selections, and also works with potential clients, making sure that Each & Every mission, is Fully Prepped & Executed to the Clients, Full Satisfaction. 

Fun Facts:

1) Agent Orange makes it a Point on Every Mission, to Thank as many of the Crowd members (FUNKatonians), as possible for coming out & Supporting Your F.B.I., during at least 1 break, & is the Band's D.J., from during setting up, after Sound Checks, to Keeping the Crowds Hyped between sets, & after the Show, while the Band Breaks Down & Packs Up .

2) Since the formation the Band (Early Jan 2014), Special Agent ORANGE, has Never missed a Band Rehearsal, Audition, Meeting, or Gig! WOW!!!

3) If his last name looks Familiar, it's because Orange is related to Another Drummer, but that is World Renowned. The Man's name is Walter 'Sweet Clyde' Orange, and is also a Founding member/Drummer of none other than, 'The Commodores', whom he Finally met at the Oregon State Fair (2018)! Wazzup!!! 

Agent Provocateur: After working vice on an illegal rum running operation up north Agent Provocateur was called back to Funk Enforcement with the FBI. Now a permanent agent of the Funky Beats Initiative AP spends weekends laying down grooves and setting up the boogie. She's a bit of an old-school agent with flashy tastes in song, liquor, and all things sparkly.  

On Stage:

'PROVACATUER' (A.P.), is one half of the 'Feature Vocal Force' equivalent to, 'Shock & Awe', using her voice, as her Primary weapon of Choice, to distribute her Lyrical Precision. While on stage performing her duties as part of the Band's, Front Line of Entertainment, Provacatuer is Agile physically as she is Vocally. Her Non-stop energy, & Enthusiasm, will keep the Crowds Engaged, all throughout her performances. 

Behind the Scenes:

Immediatly after A.P. was Recruted to the Squad, she was givin the assignment to, Learn the previous musical arsenal, before reaching into her own Lyrical Cache'. Challenge after challenge & she has gone Above & Beyond Expections!  

Kathy started out playing piano and in her early teens she fell in love with the guitar. Her first band was in high school where she started playing lead guitar to 70's rock tunes.

Kathy attended Cal State Northridge as a classical guitar music major but eventually left and joined an all girl pop band where she took on the bass guitar position in the band. The group traveled playing music venues in Las Vegas, Reno, and other Cities.

She spent many years thereafter playing guitar or bass in 60's, country rock, and 80's rock cover bands. She also performed solo playing numerous original tunes. In the 90's she stepped into the bluegrass guitarist position with the Lonesome Doves playing large venues like Bumpershoot in Seattle WA. Out of all the musical styles Kathy has played, performing surf guitar music has been the most challenging. She headed up the 3 piece surf band The Mudskippers playing classic car shows and a variety of other venues.

One notable moment in her musical journey was performing in front of Glen Frey from the Eagles who complemented her bass playing skills.

Kathy insists “There’s no better music to dance to than FUNK”! Being the newest member in FBI, Kathy is excited to bring her experience to enhance the sounds of this talented group of musicians.

Agent Mad Dog started his journey into the low end in grade school when he “forgot” his trumpet. The band leader gave him a Baritone to play as “punishment”, and he loved it. He continued with the Baritone through High School. During that time he was introduced to Bass Guitar and played for a short while with “Sing Out Salem”, an “Up With People” spin off. After High School he entered the Service (Retired from the Navy) and had to lay down the Bass.

45 years later he picked it up again and has been going strong since. He has played in a wide variety of bands, from Gospel, Jazz, and Classic Rock, to Country Swing. But Funk, that’s where it’s at, and he has finally found his genre.

On Stage:

Agent Mad Dog Holds down the low end. His Bass lines compliment and enhance the infectious beat laid down by Agent Orange.

Keyboards

Saxophone