Reilly Noir: JK & The Contraband | October 2 | NOMA Black Box

JK and the Contraband are a Central Florida-based collective blending modern funk, jazz, and groove-driven fusion into a sharp, forward-thinking sound. Led by John Krasula (JK), the band has built a reputation for tight musicianship and fiery local shows. Featuring John Krasula on guitar, Patrick Moreno on keys, Thomas Milovac on bass, Daniel Bonnet on saxophone and Johnbern Thomas on drums, The Contraband delivers a dynamic and unforgettable live experience.
Their debut album, Volume 1 (available everywhere music can be heard), captures a band hitting its stride—balancing deep-pocket grooves, cinematic textures, and improvisational energy. “Fans of Yussef Dayes, Domi & JD Beck, Cory Wong, and Thundercat will feel right at home.”
“Tight Music To Get Loose To.”
90’s Rock Revue Show Description
Led by guitarist and composer John Krasula, JK & the Contraband delivers a genre-blurring live experience that fuses jazz, funk, and improvisation with the raw energy of ‘90s alternative rock. Known for their “tight-but-loose” feel and fearless stage presence, the band brings a fresh, modern edge to both familiar songs and original material.
The first set reimagines iconic ‘90s rock — from Nirvana and Soundgarden to Smashing Pumpkins and Queens of the Stone Age—transforming grunge-era classics into atmospheric, groove-driven arrangements.
The second set dives into the band’s original music: cinematic, exploratory compositions that blend jazz fusion, hip-hop-influenced rhythms, and psychedelic textures into an immersive, high-energy performance.