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Big Ol' Dirty Bucket is a high-energy, 10- to 11-piece original funk, soul, and hip-hop band based out of the Boston and Salem, Massachusetts area. [1, 2, 3]

• The Vibe: The band is often described as "Parliament-Funkadelic meets Aretha Franklin at a Jay-Z concert".

• Musical Blend: Their sound mixes 1970s funk and soul with Latin rhythms and sharp hip-hop elements.

• Live Shows: Their massive stage presence features tight horn sections, heavy grooves, and complex musicianship that turns dance floors into a frenzy. [1, 2]

• Formation: The group was founded in 2009 in Massachusetts by keyboardist Brett Badolato and drummer Dave Share.

• Milestones: They won the Wormtown Trading Company Battle of the Bands and began playing regional festivals and popular New England venues.

• Releases: The group released a self-titled debut album featuring original tracks like "Lite That Spliff," "Mr. Boom Boom," and "Photonic Amplifier People"