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The Phonix
Funk / Soul / R&B / Motown / Pop
Sounds Like: James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire
About The Band
Since forming in June 2009, The Phonix has performed at nearly 600 events and festivals, becoming a staple in the diets of funk-lovers across British Columbia. The 9-piece Canadian band fuses heavy-hitting dance grooves with flashy horn lines, energetic instrumental solos, and soaring vocals that demand you get on the dance floor.
Armed with degrees in Jazz Music and honed by an 8-year residency at the Arts Club's Backstage Lounge, they have perfected the art of delivering classic 70s soul, funk, and R&B. Their infectious energy and flashy choreography have graced stages from the Vancouver Street Dance Festival to the Penticton Peach Festival, sharing the stage with iconic acts like Trooper.
Whether it's a bit of the old school or a touch of the new, The Phonix guarantees an unforgettable, high-energy party.
Follow on Instagram @thephonixbandFeatured Audio
Listen to our best live representations.
Dancing Queen
Live at PNE 2025
Ain't Too Proud To Beg & I Want You Back Medley
Live at PNE 2025
Hey Ya!
Live at PNE 2025
Ain't No Mountain High Enough
Live at PNE 2025
Live Performances
Peach Fest 2019 Highlights
PNE 2024 Highlights
Tennis Tournament Afterparty 2025
Live at the Backstage Lounge
Press Assets & Downloads
Everything you need for promotion and staging.
What People Are Saying
"Phonix definitely delivered for us with their special brand of energy and excitement. On stage, every single member is equally strong in their musicality and their delivery. For an audience to enjoy this kind of chemistry from a band is a real, rare treat."
- Bill Kolter, Peachfest Entertainment Director"The Phonix are energetic, entertaining and completely professional... They have a great selection of songs, relate well to the audience and really get people up and dancing. They did a great job for us and we think they really can bring your event up a notch."
- Sylvia Cromack, Twilight Events and Markets"The attendees to our event loved you... Your music and energy made it easy. Within minutes, people of all ages, were dancing in the street. Thank you for an amazing show."
- Tina Stewart, Berrybeat FestivalThe Band
- Jackie Nguyen - Lead Vocals
- Red Janes - Lead Vocals
- Eric Tsang - Tenor Sax
- Reuben Avery - Trumpet
- Mike Allan - Baritone Sax
- John Walsh - Bass
- Trent Otter - Drums
- Mark Hoeppner - Keyboards
- Jeff Younger - Guitar
Booking & Media
Eric Tsang, Bookings
778-991-3728
eric@thephonix.ca
Reuben Avery, Bookings & Technical Direction
778-846-7382
reuben@thephonix.ca