Now that we’re truly into the new year, we want to take this time to let the rhythm run wild. You may need some pep in your step or you’re a natural dance machine at heart. Nevertheless, we’ve put together a scorching selection of mixes from our platform for the Funk, Soul and Jazz lovers among us.
Scroll down for some serious grooves to brighten your day.
Martijn Soetens – Soul For Sunny Days by The Smooth Operators
Transmitting from the Dutch capital, Amsterdam, Martijn Soetens offers up a mix he describes as “22 modern tracks inspired by the sound of classic Soul music. Modern Soul that gives retro feels.” He’s not wrong, either. One listen and you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to the heyday of Motown Records. Which isn’t a bad thing at all.
Worldwide FM – Brownswood Basement: Gilles Peterson with Enji, Joaquim Paulo and Paul Bradshaw
We can always rely on the good people at Worldwide FM to broaden our horizon with world-facing music. This recent four-hour special by Gilles Peterson is no different. It features a live performance by Mongolian artist Enji as well as Brazilian and Folk sounds. This show is a toe-tapper in every sense of the word.
Sweet Soul Radio – Tasteful 80s Groovers (Shep & Skully)
The legendary 1980s era of Soul music is captured in full effect by Shep and Skully of Sweet Soul Radio. Each DJ gets 30 minutes to play some real heat by the likes of Shalamar, SOS Band, Ken Thomas and the Sugar Hill Gang among others. If you’re about to go out on the town, play this to get you in the mood.
Jazzcat – Jazzy flavours 01
With over 150,000 Mixcloud followers, Italian DJ and Totally Wired Radio host Jazzcat knows a thing or two about, well, Jazz music. The first installment of his ‘Jazzy flavours’ series pays tribute to his passion. It features tracks by Butti 49, Paul Murphy, Nicola Conte, Bobby Hughes Combination and many more. A great mix to play on a Friday evening after work to celebrate the weekend.
NTS Radio – Floating Points & Jamie xx – 18th August 2016
Two titans of modern underground dance music combine in this classic NTS Radio set. Jamie xx and Floating Points are on call to supply over two hours of Disco, Jazz, Sweet Soul and squelchy House music. Expect tracks by ESG, David Byrne, Moodymann, Theo Parrish and Freddie Hubbard among others.
G-Shock Radio Presents…Thursday Vibes With DJ Nav – 15th February 2024
The incomparable G-Shock Radio came through with pure vibes courtesy of DJ Nav’s recent show. Digging into classic breaks, Rare Groove and everything in between, Nav merges Hip-Hop with immortal Soul trucks to paint a picture of just how linked the two genres are. All while making us tap our feet something fierce!
Soho Radio – OFF THE SHELF with Handson Family – 19th February 2024
Playing music can be extra sweet when it’s with your family. That’s one thing the Handsons taught us on their latest offering for Soho Radio. With a tracklist featuring Laura Karpman, Ballistic Brothers, Kira Neris and Hajime Yoshizawa, the duo shows us their serious musical knowledge in more ways than one.
Soul Cool Records With Wu Tang Soul
This super unique mix by Soul Cool Records pays tribute to the Wu-Tang Clan and the music that the legendary Hip-Hop group has sampled throughout its run. Tune in for over 90 minutes of Funk, Soul and Jazz from the likes of Isaac Hayes, Willie Mitchell, Gladys Knight, The Charmels and more. If you love Wu-Tang as much as we do, a lot of these songs will be instantly recognizable.
Head over to Mixcloud to discover more Funk, Soul and Jazz shows and all of our genres.