All posts tagged: funk

Sinkane ‘U’Huh’ Video

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Sinkane has announced the release his new album 'Life & Livin’ It', set to land February 10th, 2017 via City Slang. The NY-based artist has also unveiled the official video for the single 'U'Huh', which will also be featured on the LP. Directed by Nick Bentgen, Sinkane perform the song on stage in a classic setting with some of the most fashionable men and women. There are also clips of the '67 riots in Newark, New Jersey and Detroit, Michigan weaved throughout the video. Festive in atmosphere, you can watch 'U'Huh' down below.

Legendary DJ David Mancuso Has Passed Away

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Legendary New York DJ, audiophile and The Loft founder David Mancuso has died, aged 72. One of the original pioneers of invitation-only parties, Mancuso would go on to influence some of the biggest clubs and nights in New York City including The Paradise Garage and Studio 54. What originally began as intimate listening gatherings for friends, eventually transformed into loft parties that became not only a place to hear good music but a community. With the first party in February of 1970 dubbed 'Love Saves The Day', Mancuso drew a reputation for his expertise in sound quality with iconic DJ's such as Frankie Knuckles and Larry Levan being patrons of his parties.

Stream Shy Luv’s Disco/Funk-Driven Tune ‘Joyrider’

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London duo Shy Luv released their debut EP 'Caught Up On You' back in 2015. Now back with a new track and a slightly new sound, the pair tap into a disco vibe with their single 'Joyrider'. Spaced-out with driving a percussion powering wheels of funk, the song is one that feels highly suitable for the summer, but will definitely warm you up this winter. 'Joyrider' is currently out now via Black Butter Records. You can stream the track down at the bottom. Enjoy.

Snow Angel ‘Big Group Hug’ Video

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Snow Angel is a funk-pop collective formed by Gabby La La, who first released debut their self-titled EP back in 2014. Following up with their 2015 limited edition 7" vinyl entitled 'So Sick So Cool', the collective make their return with a new video called Big Group Hug. Directed by Mark Kohr, the vid was shot on a GoPro cam on a pier with the girls basically having a good time. According to the band, the song itself is a dedication to "all BFFs everywhere". Now how can that be a bad thing? Have a look.

Ekkah ‘Can’t Give It Up’ Video

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Bringing forth their second Double A-side release 'Can’t Give It Up / Figure It Out (Night Edit)' as the second of a series of three, London-based duo Ekkah have unveiled the video for 'Can't Give It Up', which is running with trippy effects. The playful visuals feature the two performing the track whilst various guys kindly deliver acts of randomness like dancing with no shirt on. The video sort of has a classic feel to it which coincides great with the funk-steered track itself.