The Sound of Brit Funk

“The Sound of Brit Funk” is a deep dive into the vibrant era when British musicians fused American funk, soul, and jazz with their own local street culture and raw energy. This playlist captures the essence of late '70s and early '80s UK club scenes, featuring standout cuts like “London Town” by Light Of The World and Hi-Tension’s “British Hustle”—two acts that helped define the Brit funk movement. With remixes by legends like Larry Levan and edits from Joey Negro, the collection blends originals and reworks that kept dancefloors moving.

Tracks like “Just an Illusion” by Imagination and Loose Ends’ “Hangin’ On A String” showcase the smoother, synth-laced side of the scene, while deeper cuts from acts like The Cool-Notes, Mirage, and Atmosfear bring in rich grooves and sharp brass arrangements. Whether it’s the jazz-funk textures of Shakatak’s “Night Birds” or the streetwise cool of The Warriors’ “Destination,” the playlist paints a broad picture of a genre that was uniquely British and quietly influential. A snapshot of a groove-led underground, this is a mix of tracks built for the dancefloor but rooted in musicianship.