SHUFFLE DEMONS

**Shuffle Demons** are a lively Canadian jazz-funk ensemble that’s been injecting humor and high-energy grooves into the scene since forming in Toronto in 1984. Founded by saxophonist Richard Underhill, the band became known for their wild stage outfits, frenetic live shows, and genre-blending mix of jazz improvisation, funk rhythms, and rock attitude. Their breakout 1986 track “Spadina Bus” (a quirky ode to Toronto’s public transit) became a cult classic, cementing their reputation as eclectic innovators with a playful edge.

Decades later, the Demons are still kicking, as shown by recent releases like the introspective *Chasing Loss*, the gritty *Money Is My Only Religion*, and their spirited cover of Dizzy Gillespie’s *Night In Tunisia*. Their sound remains a cocktail of virtuosic horns, propulsive rhythms, and cheeky storytelling, delivered by a rotating lineup anchored by Underhill’s fiery sax work. Whether riffing on societal themes or diving into freewheeling jazz jams, they’ve stayed true to their mission: making complex music feel wildly fun.

Genres

Latin Jazz

Experimental

Rock

Jazz

Funk

Progressive Rock

Contemporary Jazz

Avant-garde Jazz

Free Jazz

Jazz Funk

Fusion Music

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Latest Release

Are You Really Real

SHUFFLE DEMONS

Album - 13 Tracks - Released March 7, 2025