It’s November and it’s a time of year when we give thanks for the blessings in our lives. This month’s artists have given us plenty to celebrate, from The Knocks giving us a killer Dragonette remix, Sunrise HWY making their triumphant return as a group, and Metronomy handing over their Small World tracks to be reworked by other artists like Jessica Winter.
The Reflex, Da Lukas, Col Lawton, Tilman, and Art of Tones are a few more fantastic artists lighting up the night with their fresh takes on soon-to-be disco classics.
Let’s dive into November and listen to what makes these fifteen tracks the songs that you are going to want to dance to for a very long time and why you will want to know more about each artist making such terrific contemporary disco/nu-disco/funk music! Let’s go!
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“Show Me How You Move” has a sneaky funk groove that will drift into your consciousness and make itself right at home. The organ is a nice touch because it’s not a sound we often hear in a disco/funk track. Col Lawton is an artist to keep your eyes and ears on!
Featured on Yellow Van Records, Tilman‘s “Hand’s Up (Scissor Mix) is a real floor filler! This song has a sweet, seductive quality that will draw you into its welcoming arms. The BPM is a little bit faster than a lot of disco tracks, but that isn’t a problem because it creates a fire that sustains the track from beginning to end.
When you combine the talents of disco producer Art of Tones and jazz/funk band Chatobaron, you should expect disco gold! “Ban The Disco” is a funny title considering how much this needs to be played at every disco in the world!
Farhan Rehman, Hamza Rahimtula, Stalvart John, and Loopy Juice might seem like a lot of people to put together one song, but the combination is magic! “Electrify Me” is pure funky joy in 3:04 minutes. The live guitar solo in the middle of this song is glorious and truly takes it to another level!
After an eight-year hiatus, Amy Douglas and Tim Wagner have resurrected their Sunrise HWY project with a cover of The Happy Monday’s classic “Kinky Afro”. Now on KID Recordings, the song will take you on a psychedelic, disco-infused trip. Wagner provided the magical guitars, keys, and drums, mixed with Douglas’s now signature disco-drenched soulful vocals, and an irresistible song was reborn!
It’s hard to deny the power of Midnight Riot! Records and the stable of artists they have given a home to. Da Lukas is right at home with the label and continues producing high-quality disco tracks under this umbrella. “Brand New Funky Days” is a quirky, fun disco jam that will light up any party!
The Knocks and Dragonette both have a deep pedigree in the nu-disco genre, and this remix of “Twennies” just proves why they both have staying power in the industry. This remix is silky smooth with Martina Sorbara’s seductive vocals on top of a deep, funky bassline. This combo is an absolute slam dunk!
If you are looking for a slow funk groove, look no further! Ben Jamin has produced a slow burner with “Hold On Me”. This song will make you want to pour a nice glass of Courvoisier, snuggle up to your dance partner, and groove the night away! You can find this hot jam on Hot Gorilla Records.
FSQ‘s “Pain & Beauty” is beautifully funky and at the same time reminiscent of the synth stylings of Giorgio Moroder and Cerrone. The blend of these styles makes this track truly unique. Sa’D Hourchild may have passed in 2018, but his spirit remains very much alive on this track!
Jessica Winter‘s rework of “I Lost My Mind” is a truly special nu-disco experience. The original fabric of Metronomy‘s song is very much intact, but as the song builds, it becomes a pure, celebratory escape onto a dancefloor!
The Boogietraxx remix of “The Discothèque” will make you wonder what decade you woke up in! This song celebrates the best of ’70s disco while maintaining a completely modern sound. Mishell Ivon‘s vocals are on point and make Sequenceprogram‘s music shine!
The Reflex has the uncanny ability to pluck a song from total obscurity and tweak it just enough to turn it into an instant classic! This is definitely the case with Talc‘s “De Gui Ding”! I think the non-vocal version really shines because you can really focus on how masterful The Reflex’s production skills are.
While the track is not new, this is the first time we’ve had the opportunity to hear the extended remix of this excellent Simon Says Blancmange cover. Eskimo Recordings has included this Yuksek remix on their latest compilation Remixes – Chapter IV. Check out all of the other cool remixes this EP has to offer!
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That’s a wrap on the November chart! We’ve explored a full range of disco/funk/and nu-disco tracks that are sure to make the holidays merry and bright! The artists that continue to create these amazing tracks continue to push the boundaries of these genres, and the results keep tickling our ears and making our feet move!
Don’t miss out on the upcoming best of 2022 chart! With all of the amazing music we’ve been given this year, this chart is sure to be on the top of every disco music lover’s wish list!
Dance music lover, Mid-Century Vintage Shop Owner, Magnetic Magazine Disco & Funk Chart Editor.
