Essex Funk Collective

Bringing you the best of Funk, Soul, and R&B!

We are Essex Funk Collective—your go-to band for funk, soul, and R&B in South Orange/Maplewood, NJ. Our setlist blends classics from legends like Aretha Franklin, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Stevie Wonder with hits from Mary J. Blige, H.E.R., and Daniel Caesar. More than a band, we’re a celebration of soul, bringing people together through music.

Planning an event? Whether it’s a wedding, birthday, or corporate party, we’ll bring the grooves, energy, and unforgettable vibes to keep everyone dancing. Let’s make it a night to remember!

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Village Hall

101 S Orange Ave,

South Orange, NJ 07079

MAy 10, 2025

7:30PM - 11:00 PM

The Collective

  • Faith Taylor

    CO-FOUNDER | VOCALS

  • Jonathan Glasser

    CO-FOUNDER | GUITAR

  • Brian Swisher

    BASS

  • Nigel Finley

    VOCALS

  • Kenny Vaughan

    VOCALS

  • Normie "Skip" Burns

    RAPPER | VOCALS

  • Kiyomi Taylor

    VOCALS

  • Lawrence Allen

    KEYS

  • Steve Feldman

    DRUMS

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