N-Funk or Nu-Funk...that is the question

NAPT brings it huge as usual with their latest funk and grime infused track "Bass" off of their upcoming EP.  This grinder of a tune has shimmering high end and bassbin destroying lows.  I really dig the fact that no matter NAPT is capable of infusing a multitude of emotions into one track.  Whether it's the call of the organ grinder of a lead synth or the response of the arpeggiated keys they've got it sounding crisp every time.  The breakdown is another point I really enjoy since it's got a bit of an oldschool rave feel with the keys they chose as long as a proper build.  I can't wait to hear the rest of the EP on July 24th!  Always a good time in store when NAPT is in the building.

NAPT "Bass" by NAPT

Tim McVicar and Busta let loose with some serious tuneage in the newest release on Bombastic Jam "For the Money".  It's a new school fusion of elvis, strings, funky synths, and powerful drums to bring you sonic enjoyment on many levels.  The original mix is more of a chillspot tune while the Busta remix is an all out dancefloor swizzle stick...that's right ma'am, I'll have that shaken and stirred.  With quirky 8-bit sounds, grimey synths, and an all out funky rhythm it's got to get you right.  Keep on the lookout for new sounds from Bombastic Jam and enjoy the tunes.

Tim Mcvicar - For The Money by Bombastic Jam

Tim Mcvicar - For The Money (Busta Remix) by Bombastic Jam

Step Your Fresh Up Fridays - Soul with a Broken Beat

A.Skillz the master of the wheels of steel finally released his nu funk remix of California Soul.  I first heard this on his Annie Nightengale mixThe vocals of the motown days really cut through me every time.  The bouncy lead hits a natural groove that pairs perfectly with the soulful vibes of Marlena Shaw and the original tune.  I first heard this in his Beats Working Vol 1 mix and I've been waiting for it ever since.  A true master of flexin' the funk, A.Skillz is heading across the globe with his signature sound.

California soul (A.Skillz Remix) by A.Skillz

Kwerk from London, UK is killin' it here with his newest breaks work in progress Rock It Like This. Not only a funky stuttered arrangement of b-boy samples but a meat grinder of a bassline synth keeping your feet right on track.  I really enjoy the first breakdown as well, not just a standard windup, but rather a little old school ravey bit to the drop.  Keep a lookout for big things from Kwerk and the UK breaks scene, it's the raw business. Just a little added taste of Kwerk is his remix of Paloma Faith - New York. Really dig the vibes he's putting down and I think you will too.

KWeRK - Rock It Like This (WIP demo) by KWeRK

Paloma Faith - New York (KWeRK Re-Rub) by KWeRK

Don't bother tellin' them that drum machine ain't got no soul...On the indie tip DJ Icey is rockin' it steady with the funk as usual.  His latest is a remix of The Limousines is a true danceable indie killer that hits the spot just right.  Summer vibes is definitely what this one is about...well, that and drum machines and disco balls.  Have a listen, cop the download, and bang out this weekend.

Internet Killed The Video Star (DJ Icey Remix) by DJ Icey