Kings Go Forth

Kings Go Forth from Wax Poetics on Vimeo.

I've been listening to a lot of what I like to call nu-funk: current funk bands with a decidedly retro early-70's vibe. My dive into the likes of the Budos Band, El Michels Affair, Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, Orgone and others has led me to discover Kings Go Forth. Their combination of up-tempo funky drums, plenty of horns, tight instrumentation and fantastic vocals from Black Wolf definitely makes them stand out in the crowd.

Coming to the Cedar Cultural Center October 7th.

Lee Fields, "Ladies"

Lee Fields, "Ladies"

Lee Fields has been around for a minute and was heart-deep into the original soul scene.  He cut some killer 45's on his own label, no less, that are now very rare and sought after.  Lucky for me and you he's still doing his thing.  Truth & Soul had the foresight to bring him on the roster and cut some brand new 45's, LP's and a few CD's.  His latest LP, My World, drops June 2nd and is available for pre-order at the Truth & Soul website.  While there, be sure to check out all of the other artists on their roster.  All of them have a throwback sound that faithfully pays homage to the golden era of funk and soul.  If there's one other artist that you check out today, be sure to check out El Michels Affair.  Their Sounding Out The City LP is one of my favorite records to throw on and vibe out to late at night.