Editor’s Note: This post was originally written for InsideVancouver.ca.
When it comes to great music, the Pacific Northwest has a lot to be proud of. Seattle was the birthplace of grunge, after all, giving rise to such legendary acts as Nirvana, Soundgarden and Pearl Jam. And Portland has always been a hotbed for up and coming artists. Vancouver – at least in international terms – has never been quite as well known for its homegrown musical talent.
Not to say there aren’t plenty of great bands based in and around the city. In recent years, Vancouver has produced the indie success The New Pornographers, party pop favorite Hey Ocean and folk rockers Headwater.
Music is subjective, of course. And it’s almost impossible to compare different style. But I’m going to offer my pick for Vancouver’s best band. I’d say the current title goes to the 12-piece groove powerhouse Five Alarm Funk. Featuring a full horn section and a team of virtuoso percussionists, Five Alarm Funk combies funk, reggae and afro-beats in high-energy, unforgettable live shows.
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