"Cellar Funk" by Down to the Bone delivers a vibrant blend of jazz infused with funk and groove, characteristic of the early 2000s acid jazz scene. The production is polished, emphasizing crisp horn sections and a tight rhythm section that drives the album's energetic pulse. Tracks like "Back In Business" and "Cellar Funk" showcase a dynamic interplay between brass and rhythm, creating a layered texture that is both rich and danceable. The tempo varies across the album, with tracks like "Dancing To A Samba" offering a lively, upbeat feel, while "Timeless" and "Little Smile" slow things down, allowing for more introspective moments. The overall sound is distinctive for its seamless fusion of jazz sophistication with funk's infectious grooves, making it an engaging listen.

Album: Cellar Funk by Down to the Bone (2004)
Format: Album

Artist Background: Down to the Bone are a funk / acid jazz / soul band from the UK, founded and produced by Stuart Wade. Their latest release is "The Main Ingredients" (USA/Canada: 19 Jul 2011, Trippin ‘n Rhythm - Japan: P-vine - RotW: 24 June 2011, Dome). Wade states: "it's all about the groove, that is what gets people dancing, their toes tapping and their heads nodding." The live band lineup has consisted of many accomplished musicians, including . Tony Remy, guitarist, has toured with Lonnie Liston Smith ... Emerged in the 1990s era.

Related Artists: Four80East, Groove Collective, Incognito, Norman Brown

Music Scene: Emerged in the 1990s era.

Tags: 2000s, Album


Cellar Funk

Down to the Bone

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