Funky house music is having a huge impact on British clubbers and UK nightlife. Music producers, record labels, artists and deejays are beginning to recognize the importance of the new funky music style. Funky house music has been receiving increased amounts of airplay on television, radio stations and in clubs across the country.
“UK funky” is the term used to describe funky house music in the UK; it is a type of house music. Its a blend house music and electronic dance music from Africa and the Caribbean. The composition of UK funky music mainly consists of soulful vocals, synthesizers, samples and percussions.
The catchy hooks often used in UK funky tracks are a major contributor to the growth of interest in the genre. Hooks such as “it’s time to get funky” and “say no more” are being widely used amongst clubbers. The widespread use of these sayings has been greatly assisted by the rise in support for artists such as MC Versatile and Coldsteps.
As the significance of UK funky grows within the clubbing community many artists associated with grime and UK garage are beginning to adapt to cater for the growing trend in funky music. Also funky house is increasingly being seen as profitable market for new musicians to target their music towards. The rewards of targeting funky house are evident in the success Crazy Cousinz with their tracks “Do You Mind Ft Kyla” and “Bongo Jam Ft Calista”.
Music event promoters and nightclub owners have become aware of the importance of funky house, and are specifically targeting its audience. There are now several funky house only club nights and events. These events are sometimes called “raves”; many of these events often take place in major venues like SeOne and Ministry of Sound.
Television channels and radio stations have helped contribute to the rise in popularity for UK funky house. MTV Base and digital radio station BBC 1xtra have been expressing their continued support for funky house music.
Tim Westwood and other leading deejays have been helping to promote UK funky house music. Allowing upcoming British artists to appear on their shows, they are creating awareness for UK funky. Many Dj’s find it crucial to add funky house songs in their playlists, because they are known to be dance floor fillers.
UK funky house is consistently growing in popularity amongst clubbers in England; hopefully this will encourage new musicians. The support of the key figures within the music industry is helping UK funky house music to establish itself within British music.