Category: Funk

Kyle Hollingsworth Presents Hoppy Holidays 2015: A Benefit for Conscious Alliance | Denver, CO

There’s no better pairing than live music for a charitable cause, but with Hoppy Holidays upon us, we’re more than excited to add craft beer to that list as well. Hoppy Holidays, which will be taking place at the Fillmore Auditorium this Saturday on December 5th, will host more than 30 local craft breweries, silent […]

[New Music Monday] Artist Interview with SoDown On New EP, Bounce Town | November 23rd, 2015

Coming through our speakers this lovely Monday afternoon is the latest from Colorado artist SoDown, whose EP ‘Bounce Town’ has actually been playing on our SoundCloud since its’ release November 17th. Though he’s still busy making moves to bring his sound to the masses, one listen to Bounce Town will have you taken by surprise […]

[Show Review + Photo Gallery] Consider the Source in Oneonta, NY | Oct 31st, 2015

Consider The Source, an American instrumental trio, graced the town of Oneonta on Halloween, where they provided only the weirdest yet beautifully intricate jams for the freaks to get down to. Souls of all shapes and forms joined together in order to transcend through an enlightening realm where imagination is limitless. From swaying to head-banging, […]

[Artist Interview] Jeff Franca of Thievery Corporation talks Congo Sanchez, current tour, and why Colorado Gets So Much Congo Love

Congo Sanchez is a funky live experience hailing from the streets of DC, a city well known for its history in funk and jazz culture. Combining the best elements of conscious hip-hop and reggaeton all layered with thick percussion, the three members bring their personal artistry to Congo Sanchez to create a truly unique and […]

[Show Review] Michal Menert and the Pretty Fantastics at the Fillmore Auditorium in Denver, CO| October 30th, 2015

Ain’t no party like a Hallow’s Eve party, and Michal Menert and his Pretty Fantastics proved just that this past Friday at Denver’s Fillmore Auditorium. Opening up the night with experimental producer Thriftworks, rising Soulection artist StarRo and the chaotic breakdancing freak they call The Gaslamp Killer, the room was packed out within an hour […]

[Photo Gallery] Turkuaz at Paradise Rock Club in Boston, MA | October 1st, 2015

Earlier this month, Turkuaz brought a deliciously funky concoction of soul, R&B, pop, classic rock, and disco to Boston in celebration of the release of their latest record, Digitonium. A continuous stream of powerful rhythms, universally appealing dance grooves, and tight, meticulous arrangements, garnished with the tangy zest of David Byrne’s ghost, truly make this Brooklyn-based cocktail of funkateers something worth savoring. Turkuaz […]

[Artist Interview] Analog Son On ‘Stomp And Shout’ and Upcoming Show with The New Mastersounds| Oct 14th, 2015

The booty shakin’ grooves of Denver based group Analog Son are infectious and psychedelic, making for a top notch live music experience every time. After having our minds blown by their explosive yet intimate set at this year’s Arise Music Festival, we were stoked for the chance to chat with the guys about the road […]

[Photo Gallery] Dumpstaphunk at Brighton Music Hall in Boston, MA | September 3rd, 2015

[Show Review] The Motet At Mishawaka Amphitheater | August 28th, 2015

Wow, The Motet! From gracing the stage at Cervantes to selling out Red Rocks and even bringing their funk all around the world,  it really doesn’t matter where The Motet plays, because it’s always a dance party. Their style is uniquely their own, with roots in Funk, Disco, Jazz and Soul. They draw in an exciting crowd […]

[Festival Review + Photo Gallery] Musical Highlights of Arise Music Festival 2015

This year’s Arise Music Festival was one for the books – by far the only festival I’ve experienced with such a solid fusion of music lovers from all backgrounds. Everyone in attendance from young to old were in high spirits and ready to Arise and Shine by making their weekend the best it could be; […]