Lakeside is an iconic funk band whose name is synonymous with the vibrant dance and funk music scene of the late 70s and 80s. Hailing from Dayton, Ohio, a city that burgeoned with numerous funk groups, Lakeside carved their niche with a potent mixture of contagious grooves and energetic performances. The group's journey began under the name The Nomads and later became The Montereys before finally settling on Lakeside, inspired by their aspiration to deliver smooth and serene music akin to a lakeside getaway.

Lakeside is perhaps best known for their 1980 hit, "Fantastic Voyage," which propelled them to the forefront of the music industry and became a funk anthem that still resonates today. Over the years, Lakeside's consistent delivery of upbeat rhythms and funky hooks has solidified their position as funk legends. Their discography boasts a rich collection of albums like "Your Wish Is My Command," "Keep On Moving Straight Ahead," "Party Patrol," and "Outrageous," each infusing vibrant horn sections, thumping bass lines, and charismatic vocals. Even as their newer releases such as "All Da Way Live" and "Fresh Takes (Live)" pay homage to their roots with live renditions, Lakeside continues to celebrate the enduring appeal of funk music and their significant role in its legacy.

Genres

Classic Soul

Disco

Funk

Motown

New Jack Swing

P Funk

Post-disco

Quiet Storm

Soul

Southern Soul

Urban Contemporary

Related Artists

Cameo

Zapp

Con Funk Shun

The Time

Prince

Kool & The Gang

The Isley Brothers

CHIC

The O'Jays

Rose Royce

The Whispers

Maze

Latest Release

All Da Way Live

Lakeside

Single - Released October 30, 2023