Uncle Kunkel’s One Gram Band
From left, Jake Kunkel (Percussion), Luke Walker (Guitar/Vox), Matthew Grube (Kit), , Wyatt Graham (Bass/Vox), Jon Brady (Keys/vox)
Uncle Kunkel’s One Gram Band is a high-energy funk-rock group based in Baltimore MD, delivering a wild blend of soulful grooves, eccentric lyrics, and thick, heavy jams that stir the spirit. Known for their unpredictable, no-holds-barred performances, the band has one mission: to bring something real to the stage—sonically and personally. Every show is a full-body experience, a chance for the audience to let loose, get weird, and dance. At the core of the band is a deep commitment to authenticity. They’re not afraid to laugh on stage, not afraid to lean into chaos of the unknown and push each other, and definitely not afraid to be unapologetically themselves through their instruments. Whether it’s a blissed-out jam or a full-throttle funk stomp, the music is always driven by the raw chemistry of the players and a shared love for the unexpected.
The stage is fronted by bassist Wyatt Graham and guitarist Luke Walker, whose history writing songs together has created a chemistry that the crowd can feel is true in their interactions both musically and on the mic. Alongside them, a powerfully free and funky rhythm section consisting of Jake Kunkel (Percussion) and Matthew Grube (Kit) - the flow they create is the foundational sound of the band. On keys is Baltimore favorite Jon Brady, whose careful ear and incredible sonic abilities drive the jams into the sky and deliver them safely back to the ground - his appreciation for funk, eloquent improv, and creative shredding, make for ice cold grooves that’ll make you lose your shoes.
In 2024, Uncle Kunkel’s One Gram Band released their live EP Punk Jams to streaming platforms, capturing a taste of the chaos they’re known for. As they work toward their first full-length album, their fanbase— dubbed “The Nieces & Nephews”—continues to grow, bringing together a community of like minded individuals who seek good hangs, and funky weird music to bust loose on. Join the family.
“We are most proud of our circle of amazing friends and fans whom we prefer to call The Nieces and Nephews, as they are like family to us. […] Being a team comprised of elder-Gen Z and elder-millennials, we have formed a great network of showgoers who have either been on the scene for a long time or are just discovering it. Watching everyone mingle and connect, forming small-world friendships, and dancing alongside each other is why we do this. Music is a form of unity like none other”
- Luke Waker, from “Meet Uncle Kunkel’s One Gram Band” Voyage Baltimore Magazine
Will Gibbons
Will is the managing force behind The Uncles and is deeply vested in the mission that music and art have the power to bring people together and make a positive impact on the world. His can-do attitude and ability to be a smiling face for the band and greater music community has been such a driving force in making so many great things happen for the group. A main focus of his is producing high-quality events that showcase the best in live music and visual arts and getting people out of the house. If you see Will at the merch table, don’t be a stranger, he is the nicest man on earth! No Foolin!
