Wise Monkey Orchestra

Since 1990, Wise Monkey Orchestra has brought their high energy, funky alien groove to thousands of audiences throughout the western United States, Canada, and Mexico. Wise Monkey Orchestra originated in Tempe, Arizona where they earned a cult-like following. In 1994 they moved their high energy sound to San Diego, California where they continue to travel; performing over 200 hundred shows a year.

Wise Monkey Orchestra is fronted by Alley, the band's sultry female vocalist and lyricist. The band also features a phenomenal horn section and blazing rhythm section, encompassing styles from jazz, funk, Latin, disco and reggae.

Wise Monkey Orchestra has worked with such names as Maceo Parker, Fishbone, Blues Traveler, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones, The Gap Band, Eek-A-Mouse, The Samples, Gin Blossoms, The Meat Puppets, Ohio Players, The Richie Havens Band, and The Refreshments. Their last CD, Robot Reality, was named one of the Top 10 local albums of 1996 in SLAMM magazine. It was also nominated for 'Best Local Recording' at the San Diego Music Awards '96. They are currently touring in support of their latest live CD, "It's Alive!", and have been nominated again this year for best acid jazz band at the San Diego Music Awards. Be sure to cast your vote!

Check them out at any of the shows on their calendar!

Meet the members:

• Alley - vocals
• Chad - bass
• Ed - drums, keys
• Alex - Sax
• Davee - guitar
• Sean - drums, keys
• Andy - trombone

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