Essential deep funk revival listening

The albums that define deep funk revival.

Our picks for where to start with deep funk revival — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

Top deep funk revival artists

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The deep funk revival essentials

Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.

100 Days, 100 Nights

Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

100 Days, 100 Nights

A vibrant blend of vintage soul and funk, pulsating with raw energy and heartfelt emotion.

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I Learned the Hard Way

Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

I Learned the Hard Way

A vibrant blend of soul and funk, echoing the raw energy of 1970s rhythm and blues.

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Give the People What They Want

Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

Give the People What They Want

A vibrant blend of soul and funk, celebrating resilience through infectious grooves and powerful vocals.

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Naturally

Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings

Naturally

A vibrant blend of classic funk grooves and soul-infused vocals that feel both timeless and refreshing.

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Apricot Morning

Will Holland

Apricot Morning

A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and dance music that invites listeners to move and groove.

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The 5th Exotic

Will Holland

The 5th Exotic

A kaleidoscopic blend of jazz-infused electronica and dance rhythms that transports listeners to vibrant soundscapes.

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Mishaps Happening

Will Holland

Mishaps Happening

A vibrant fusion of jazz-inflected grooves and electronic beats that invites listeners to dance while introspecting.

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Quantic & Alice Russell: Look Around The Corner

Will Holland

Quantic & Alice Russell: Look Around The Corner

A vibrant blend of funk, cumbia, and jazz that invites listeners to dance and reflect simultaneously.

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An Announcement to Answer

Will Holland

An Announcement to Answer

A vibrant fusion of dance music and jazz elements, pulsating with intricate rhythms and rich textures.

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One Off's Remixes and B Sides

Will Holland

One Off's Remixes and B Sides

A vibrant collection of remixes blending deep funk, electronic grooves, and global rhythms into an infectious dance experience.

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