Some songs – often from Latin America or Africa – have such stupendously hypnotic grooves that you become utterly lost. But the shaka-shaka-shaka drums, the…
Tag: Funk
22/04/2022: “Tire Ni Oluwa” by Sonny Okosun
Nigeria has always been a musical powerhouse, but for me, the 70s and 80s were a real golden age. “Tire Ni Oluwa” is an ode…
21/04/2022: “Sexy Eyes” by Dr. Hook
As the 70s came to a close, this sultry number sprung into being. Laidback but not low energy, when the chorus kicks in, you float…
20/04/2022: “Mt. Airy Groove (Instrumental Mix)” by Pieces Of A Dream
It’s hard to classify this. In a sense, the song is early hip hop – which is more obvious when listening to the rap version. …
14/04/2022: “Wake Up Singing (In The Morning Time)” by The Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir
I’ve never been a huge church person. But if all churches were like this, I’m sure I’d be more tempted! Religious songs are often beautiful….
12/04/2022: “Take Your Time” by The S.O.S Band
The S.O.S Band knew how to deliver anthems. As the eighties swung into view, they came out this with banger. Funky bassline? Check. Rock solid…
30/03/2022: “Senorita” by Marcus
Produced by Kevin McCord, this stunning effort sucks you in and soothes your soul. At times Electro, at times House, it’s a funky revelation throughout!
24/03/2022: “You Never Come Closer” by Doris
A weirdly wacky one, but resplendently adorned with queenly crooning and a royally exalted bassline. Initially released just in Sweden in 1970, but reissued in…
31/05/2021: “I’m A Wonderful Thing” by Kid Creole & The Coconuts
A nice slice of laidback funk. Released on Tropical Gangsters in 1982. And you’ve got to love their clothes!
23/05/2021: “Back To The Future Part II” by D’Angelo
Is this D’Angelo’s best song? Its got stiff competition, with many standout tracks from Brown Sugar and Voodoo. But if it isn’t his best, it’s…