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ARTIST
TITLE
Scum Funk
FORMAT
LP

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DEEP 008LP DEEP 008LP
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RELEASE DATE
8/13/2021

Following his 2018 debut Daughter of The Sun Saskatoon based artist vbnd reveals Scum Funk, set for release via London based label DeepMatter. Aiming to cultivate and encourage growth of the jazz and soul sound in his hometown, vbnd's new work showcases the complexity of the genre and its alluring effects. As a collection of songs created over the past two years, Scum Funk sees vbnd team up with The Soulmate Collective, consisting of Katie Tupper (vocals), Connor Newton (saxophone), Jesse Mcmillan (drums), and Ayden Draude (keys). With influences from D'Angelo and Michael League of Snarky Puppy, the collaboration results in a groove-heavy affair led by vbnd's signature hypnotic bass lines and production, accompanied by crisp drums, topped off with Katie Tupper's smoky vocals and unparalleled songwriting. Scum Funk portrays intense trust between the musicians with the aim of exemplifying the uniting powers of music. The LP features gritty bass arrangements supporting zesty keys and syncopated drums, which create a solid backbone for luxurious saxophone melodies, and breezy vocals. The album's heart-felt aura is illustrated in its name; deriving from a deep admiration for Jaco Pastorious's album Punk Jazz and in parallel from the movement of scum punk, vbnd wants Scum Funk to embody the idea of "rowdy dudes playing nice sounding jazz, funk, and lovely neo soul songs." First single "Slowly Starting to Take Form" epitomizes the album's strong funk sensibilities with "enforced stank". Second single "Breathe Me In (A Little Longer)" was born as a witty response to a corporate gig audience member who requested "something to dance to", the result is a powerful body-moving track, embellished with an undeniably groovy chord structure and heady disco atmospheres. Third single "Gold Chain" was penned by Katie Tupper and brought to vbnd to explore new musical dimensions in late 2018 -- resulting in a sultry and alluring sound, overflowing with groove, funk and charisma. A truly impressive body of work, Scum Funk documents vbnd's growing mastery of groove, texture and grit, illustrating a strong and intriguing artistic identity. 180 gram turquoise vinyl.