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Fondue Monks
Funk / Rock / Soul

"TEXAS FUNK"

HOUSTON, Texas
United States

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Member Since6/27/2005
Band Websitefonduemonks.com
Band MembersABOUT THE FONDUE MONKS:

The Fondue Monks play "Texas Funk" with a groove that remains true to their Texas roots. Driven by a dedication that borders on obsession, the Fondue Monks are totally committed to the crowd and married to the beat. Their live performance is a combination of raw energy, emotion and a vibe that is captivating and infectious. The original lineup has remained unchanged since the band was formed in April of 1991.

Denver Courtney – Lead Vocal - A real mover and shaker. "Denver is the soulfire of the band. Brought down from the wind and exhaled like some ass shaking love child of Elvis and Jim Morrison, Scientificly impossible and yet as real as air itself."

Steve Olson – Guitar - Steve is a graduate of the renowned Berklee College of Music. In addition to his formal training Steve has 20 years of live performance experience. Steve is a veritable cornucopia of guitar styles. His history includes live performance and studio session work with funk, R&B, rock and countless jazz artists.

Ronnie Zamorano – Drums - Ronnie has a unique style that elevates him high above your average keeper of time. His ability to maintain a rock solid beat is the central element in the funk formula. Ronnie has recently returned from Iraq, where he worked for a private contractor, and has returned to his music with an energy and enthusiasm that enhances his live performance. Ronnie and his brother Rozz lock into a groove that drives the Fondue Monks like a well-oiled machine.

Rozzano Zamorano – Bass Guitar - Rozz received his first bass guitar from his father at the age of twelve and still plays it to this day. An ardent fan was once overheard saying, “Referring to Rozz as just another bass player is like calling the Golden Gate just another bridge”. Rozz plays both acoustic and electric bass with an in your face jaw dropping style that brings the art of bass playing to a new level, moving the bass beyond simply being a rhythm instrument and introducing it as a lead soloist vehicle. © 2008 FONDUE MONKS
InfluencesPhotographs of Fondue Monks van after a near fatal collision with a herd of cows following a gig at Speakeasy in Austin Texas (see photos below)




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Fondue Monks with AWB in Texas (below)



Fondue Monks play FoxRox September 9, 2007 (watch the video below)
'Monks' Bow to No One After 16 Years

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jessica lynn





Jul 22 2008 8:27 PM

u guys rockd it! cant wait ta open 4 yall again.thanx 4 havin us... see ya in tomball ;) peace, j.
The RISING





Jul 22 2008 7:40 PM

Its the big one yall!

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Jul 16 2008 5:48 AM

Good Luck on the Music Awards. We voted for you!


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Jul 16 2008 10:27 AM

Ya' heard? Friday is gonna be awesome!



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Jul 14 2008 3:40 PM

whatup guys? when we gonna play a show together?

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Jul 5 2008 6:10 AM

Hey guys,
Thanks to many nominations, my act is now on the ballot for "Best Local Song", and "Best Neo-Folk Act" in the Houston Press Music Awards.
Please take a minute and vote now by clicking on the image below or going to http://houstonpress. com/polls/musicawards08/
Please help spread the word as well. We've got a lot of good friends on the ballot, so even if you don't lean our way, it's all good.
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Jul 4 2008 1:07 PM

I lost your number i got a new number its 832 683 3709
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Jul 4 2008 11:50 AM

Hey guys thanks for the happy birthday i need to come see u guys again where r yall playin at
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Jul 3 2008 12:01 AM

It’s Time to Vote in The Houston Press Music Awards 2008
Please Click on the Banner Below to Vote for
Fondue Monks as best Funk / Soul Band
Rozzano Zamorano as best Bass Player


Sara DUNNING!





Jun 27 2008 11:21 PM

Thanks for the birthday beer offer! Let me know when ya'll are heading to Austin again :) We'd love to come hear ya'll!
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Jun 20 2008 1:35 PM

You guys are the most...& hopefully the next Gretsch Greats! Appreciate your friendship & would love to see you at one of our upcoming gigas at DanElectro's or Lullings!
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Jun 19 2008 4:21 PM

Please vote for the Fondue Monks song, “Portrait of a Man” in The Gretsch Company’s Next Gretsch Greats online competition...
IT’S EASY TO VOTE - Click on the banner below and sign up with Gretsch, then search song database for Fondue Monks and click the “VOTE FOR THIS SONG” box.
IT’S THAT EASY!!!
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Jun 19 2008 11:15 AM

what up fellas! We wanted to let you guys know about our CD Release party at Dan Electros on July 26! If you don't have a gig come on buy and chill
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Jun 7 2008 9:02 PM

Thanks for accepting our friend request! We look forward to making some music with you in the future!

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May 31 2008 8:33 PM

Hopefully you'll be able to make it out to the July 12th CD Release at Rock City. If you haven't already gotten a chance to check out our new stuff - give it a listen and let us know what you think!

David