AUDIO: Chromeo – “Adult Contemporary”
The 14-track collection promises to get listeners grooving with its infectious beats and smooth rhythms.
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Tag Archives: Funk
AUDIO: HyenaXXL – “HyenaXXL”
Hyena, originally known as a synthwave producer, has now transitioned into exploring the areas of RnB, soul, and funk.
Read moreAUDIO: Anton Commissaris – “Love Somebody”
Influenced by R&B and funk, the lyrics depict hard days and long nights, while urging people to dance, sing, and embrace everlasting love.
Read moreTAE & The Neighborly feat. MOON GLOW at The Back Room @ Colectivo
This National Neighbor Day, two soulful, bands will be taking the stage at The Back Room @ Colectivo! -All Ages -$15 Admission -Doors open at 7pm, Show at 8pm
Read moreAUDIO: Kal Bergendahl Project – “Parallels Chapter IV”
Seven tracks make up the release, each with a smooth, natural feel to it.
Read moreVIDEO: Beauty Steps – “My Girlfriend’s Girlfriend”
The track features undeniably funky guitars, which intertwine flawlessly with the silky smooth vocals delivered by D’amato.
Read moreAUDIO: Kal Bergendahl Project – “The Meadow”
The Kal Bergendahl Project returns with soothing, tight and fun jazz music.
Read moreAUDIO: Koch Marshall Trio – “Orange Roominations”
Jam sessions from the harshest part of the pandemic eventually became this new blues-rock album.
Read moreAUDIO: Abby Jeanne – “Know Better”
Abby Jeanne taps retro funk and soul influences for a new single.
Read moreAUDIO: Josh Trimble – “Life Inside”
Milwaukee native musician Josh Trimble brings the funk on this newest single of his. For the bulk of the song, his clear voice rides easily over sultry guitar and jittery drums. His lyrics shift back and forth between statements about the hands of creation and other such abstractions and definite feelings like the urge to get to know someone. As such,
Read moreAUDIO: Bryan Cherry – “The Power”
Singer-songwriter Bryan Cherry is back with a new EP. It’s three empowering songs of funk, soul and rock; “Yes, We’ve Got It” encourages us all to put our best foot forward and mend our mistakes, “You’ve Got” is about having your eye on someone and being there for them in a heartbeat, and the title track rallies us to come
Read moreAUDIO: Funkclub Wagon – “Funkclub Wagon”
If you live in Riverwest then you’ve probably heard of Funkclub Wagon…and have probably *heard* them. The mobile live entertainment troupe released an EP of five grooves ready for busting moves up and down the streets. “Ain’t No Rona Gonna Get Me” is a humorous jam about taking the precautions, immediately followed by “Dirty Laundry” which slows things down with
Read moreAUDIO: Eric Blowtorch – “God’s Will Be Done”
Eric Blowtorch creates without limits on his new cassette.
Read moreB&E Podcast Episode 43: Thoughts
We talk to Angel Leiser of the Philadelphia-based funk rock outfit.
Read moreAUDIO: Kal Bergendahl Project – “Parallels Chapter III”
Jazz-funk band Kal Bergendahl Project released an album a few months back. Featuring nine musicians, this record is multi-faceted in style while retaining a consistent personality. Several numbers are personable jazz numbers with spicy grooves and ensnaring solos, but the gentle piano interludes to not only cool things down but glue everything together. It’s interesting to note that the interludes
Read moreAUDIO: Gary B. Lovestone – “Don’t Get Caught Up in Yo’ Lies”
Gary B. Lovestone brings the funk on his newest single.
Read moreJoin In Eugene Williams’ Eventful Journey In The Music Industry As He Continues To Make History
Born and raised in East Orange, New Jersey, Eugene Williams, also known as Eugenegenay, , also known as Eugenegenay,is an arranger and composer who writes and publishes his own original music. He has a unique way of jamming on the strings of the guitar; people say he has a style of his own. Eugene has travelled around the world, singing
Read moreAUDIO: Thomas Atlas – “Thomas Atlas”
Thomas Atlas is fresh with his new self-titled album, and he gives the funk world a groove that is irrefutable. His new record, which contains ten juicy gems, is full of exquisite melodies, guitar riffs, and vocals hooks, leaving the mouth pouring with gusto. The album kicks off with the highly commended, ‘Got This Feeling’. It instantly charms its way
Read moreAUDIO: Ivan Makvel – “How You Make Me Feel”
Ivan Makvel and Gil Masuda are smashing it with their new funk release, ‘How You Make Me Feel’. It is a modern release with plenty of fresh hooks, but it also takes hints from yesteryear’s best funk. The groovy number pushes through the industry noise with a soundscape that is individual and refreshing. Also, the vocals are in a realm
Read moreAUDIO: Moonglow – “Eureka!”
Funky soul-pop band Moonglow’s new single is sublimely smooth. Featuring a saxophone solo from Tyler Kraft and mountainous vocals from frontman Joe Humiston, the song feels like a dance party at dawn, with consistent excitement and tasty flavor with every layer. We can’t wait for the Moonglow debut EP or album someday hopefully soon. They’re certainly a new band to
Read moreAUDIO: Thomas Atlas – “Halfway To The Moon”
New Music Friday is always best served with a bit of funk, and this week we have the splendid release ‘Halfway To The Moon’ by Thomas Atlas. On his way to the top, Thomas compels with his signature feel-good grooves smashing down the industry gates. It kicks off with a jolly blue guitar riff which many will compare it to
Read moreAUDIO: Wurk – “Ignition”
Funk-prog rockers Wurk have a new song out this week. Written during the 2020 election, it’s about how American politicians lie to and deceive the people. Many of us have become apathetic towards the bipartisan capitalist system in the last year, but Wurk is here to turn those sentiments into a funky uptempo jam. With a wicked saxophone solo in
Read moreAUDIO: Thomas Atlas – “Got This Feeling”
Stunning with an instant funky charm, ‘Got This Feeling’ by Thomas Atlas is as potent as upbeat tracks come, it is awe-inspiring! Born in Birmingham in the mid-90s, Thomas grew up listening to some of the worlds finest blues and funk tracks and his early listening experience has taken a toll on his musical style. He brings a nostalgic feel
Read moreAUDIO: Underground Hive – “Everything Will Be Alright”
Funk rockers Underground Hive’s latest single is here to remind you that we’re going to get through this. Whatever it is you’re going through, we’re here for each other and it’ll be okay. The song erupts into a gritty rock chorus followed by a vibrant synth solo. They’re here to help you forget about whatever it is you’re worrying about
Read moreVIDEO: Mr. Nice Guy with Ezekiel Kelderman
Ben Slowey sits down with the frontman of indie funk band A-Z.
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