funk

Pop essentials and a little bit more

He Ain’t Heavy: Minneapolis Veterans (BR)OTHERS Release Funky New Single, ‘(Br)other’

October 17, 2024

Michael Bland and Sonny T came out of the Minneapolis scene and are alumni of The New Power Generation, and collaborated with Prince as a trio of sorts, working and performing on a variety of projects throughout the early 1990s. As (BR)OTHERS they come together for the first time in years, and the long-time friends showcase their funky sound in their new single, ‘(Br)other’, backed by Soul Asylum’s guitarist Ryan Smith’s new label, Hygh Tension Records.

Duprai Marcel Doesn’t Entertain Timewasters With Funky New Release, ‘BUCKSHOTS’

January 10, 2024

‘BUCKSHOTS’ sees Duprai Marcel express the idea that actually knowing who you are is just the first step in living your true life. The most important thing, according to Duprai, is confidence, and so far as he’s concerned, if someone doesn’t agree with who he is, then he’ll just move on, holding his head high. On the other hand, if someone is a fan, then welcome! He has no energy for timewasters, and won’t entertain them.

Fox Jackson Drops ‘Glimpses’, His New Summer Anthem

August 14, 2023

Last week, on the 11th of August, up-and-coming funky singer Fox Jackson released his latest single, the feel-good track ‘Glimpses’. This is Jackson’s first track of 2023, following up his double-sided releases ‘Funky Baby’ and ‘Anything For You’ in 2022, and was most certainly worth the wait, as the English artist has worked hard to create a brilliant new summer anthem for anyone to enjoy.

Renee Soul Releases Latest Single, ‘Incredible’

November 30, 2020

Set for release December 4, Renee Soul’s debut single, is ‘Incredible’ in more than just name alone. The jazz/soul single was recorded at London’s Metropolis Studios, and was born out of Renee’s desire to share “the important message of women knowing self love and worth”.

LEDEZMA Releases Latest Single ‘What is Sound?’

July 29, 2020

‘What Is Sound?’ is a feel-good, funk-infused single, and the latest to come from electronic producer, LEDEZMA.

Harley Sule from Rizzle Kicks, Debuts Solo Song ‘Something Good’

May 23, 2020

The soulful tones of Harley Sule’s voice should be familiar to you – if not as the mystery man behind his critically acclaimed, crooning side project Jimi Charles Moody, then as half of much-loved London-based duo Rizzle Kicks.

As ‘Get Back to Love’ dominates the airwaves, Kris James has another surprise up his sleeve…

November 28, 2019

Not content with the inescapably catchy beats of ‘Get Back to Love’ dominating the airwaves, Kris James is now providing us with some eye candy in the form of a stunning Times Square Billboard – every musician’s dream!

Bencoolen – ‘Beautiful Escape’ (Tom Misch cover)

September 30, 2019

Washington DCs Bencoolen have a distinct funk-soul sound that sets them apart from the rest of the artists in the burgeoning music scene in the US national capitol. Describing their sound as “maximalist rock”, their latest single, a cover of Tom Misch’s song, ‘Beautiful Escape’, is out now.

Mychael Gabriel – ‘Ghost In The Midnight’

September 18, 2019

Mychael Gabriel might be familiar to you as the musical collaborator and lead guitarist for legendary percussionist Sheila E: his performance skills and stage presence are beyond argument on that count. Now he brings his vivid imagination to the forefront, with his first official solo single and video, ‘Ghost In The Midnight’.

The Criticals – ‘Treat Ya Better’

August 9, 2019

Nashville based rock band The Criticals was formed last year, 2018. by Parker Forbes and Cole Shugart. The duo take their influence from the Rolling Stones, The Strokes and The Libertines, and their music therefore combines vintage sensibilities with a modern sound. Latest single, ‘Treat Ya Better’, is an excellent example of this.

James CC Releases Brand New Single ‘Rocket’

July 16, 2019

Set for release on 19 July, ‘Rocket’ is the new single for UK pop artist, James CC. It follows on from his previous releases, ‘Parallel’, and ‘Get Free’, both of which came out earlier this year.