Founded by Stefano “Tano” Ioele, G_Tano is a high-energy funk collective that blends old-school rhythms, acid jazz atmospheres, Mediterranean fusion, and psychedelic soul. Born in Melbourne in 2022, the band thrives on cultural diversity, featuring core members from South Korea, Panama, Indonesia, Italy, and Australia, while an extended family of rotating musicians from Ecuador, Chile, Brazil, and Fiji frequently join their explosive live sets.
The band's reputation for electrifying performances has earned them unforgettable shows and residencies at many iconic vanues across Melbourne, such as Open Studio and Bar Oussou, Northcote Social Club, Evelyn Hotel, The Espy, Shotkickers, the Beast, Bergy Bandroom and many others and memorable appearances at the Brunswick Street Festival, Inverloch Jazz Festival Firelight Fest. The band has been honoured by being the only band at the National Gallery of Victoria’s Grand Gala Night in December 2023.
