DotFunk

The 24 January of 2010 a new band was born. That day DotFunk performed their first gig at the London Jazz Cafe.

The band is formed by the most funky musicians and vocalists of the UK (as described by the Jazz Cafe critic); coming from the Acid Jazz groups: Jamiroquai, Incognito and Brand New Heavies. 

In my opinion, they are more than good enough to go far away from just doing concerts. Sounding so good, I think you would agree with me: they should take the plunge and release an album right now.

Line-up:

Rob Harris- guitar

Paul Turner- bass

Derrick McKenzie- drums

Dan Pearce- vocals & perc

Michelle John- vocals

Matt Steele- keys

Playlist- Jazz Moods 2

This week new playlist is now available at Spotify for you.

In a similar way to the last week one, the groove starts with some Fusion classics as Miles Davis, Return To Forever, Dave Grusin or Pat Metheny. The thing gets acid with Incognito and Jamiroquai, to finally fall in funkier tunes from Gil-Scott Heron, Barry White and Level 42.

Enjoy!

Jazz Moods 2 (Open in Spotify)

       

 

Poquito Spanish, Poquito Funk- George Benson

Let's listen to this fantastic piece from the album Standing Together by George Benson.

"Poquito Spanish, Poquito Funk" is a kind of latin and funk jazzy tune. This is the class of smooth jazz I like to listen to.

A curious note it is that the base of the song it's equal to Deodato's "San Juan Sunset" of his famous album Love Island (released 20 years earlier).

Just press play and relax.