Future funk is a vibrant, nostalgia-tinged genre that emerged in the 2010s, blending elements of funk, disco, and 80s electronic music with modern production techniques. Characterized by its infectious, synth-heavy grooves, lush instrumentation, and often, laid-back, filtered vocal styles, future funk pays homage to the past while injecting a fresh, futuristic energy. Born out of the internet's vaporwave and chillwave scenes, the genre evolved through online communities and SoundCloud platforms, reflecting a global, DIY ethos. Key to its cultural significance is its ability to evoke a retro-futuristic atmosphere, combining the optimism of 80s futurism with a contemporary, ironic sensibility. Future funk draws parallels with classic funk and disco, yet distinguishes itself through its dreamy, nostalgia-tinged quality and liberal use of digital effects, setting it apart from similar styles like nu-disco and electro-funk.

Dream Up

Roa

Single - Released May 16, 2025