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Thursday, July 2, 2009

Funky House Is Storming Across The UK

By Darren Poil

UK funky house music has had a large increase in the number of clubbers supporting the music style. The sudden rise in interest for the genre has resulted in many music producers, artists and deejays acknowledging the growing trend for funky house in the UK. This recognition has meant that funky house music is getting a considerable amount of play across major UK radio stations, nightclubs and music television channels.

"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 widespread success of UK funky House music can be attributed to the unique dance moves associated with the genre. Clubbers throughout the country have taken a liking to these dance moves named "skanks" and many have even upload videos of their attempts to social networking sites such as YouTube. A very successful UK funky house dance is called "Head, shoulders, knees and toes" and was introduced by the K.I.G Family.

Musicians and producers formerly involved with UK garage, grime and dubstep, are starting to merge house music's 4/4 beat with their previous work and are creating a UK funky house music vibe and culture. As a result of this new culture there has been a increase in the amount of tracks aimed at UK funky listeners. By adapting there style to suit funky house musicians like DJ Marcus Nasty and Donaeo are benefiting from UK funky's increasing popularity.

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.

The genre is also being heavily pushed by UK radio stations and television channels, such as BBC 1xtra and MTV Base. The support of these organizations has helped boost the popularity of UK funky house music.

World renowned deejays such as Tim Westwood have hade a substantial effect on the impact of funky house music. Their continued support for upcoming UK funky artists by allowing them to appear on their shows, has added credibility to funky house. Also many Dj's find it essential to incorporate funky house songs in their playlists, as its popularity increases amongst nightclub goers.

As the role of UK funky house music grows within the nightlife community, it will continually gain recognition as an influential music style. Along with the support of the UK music industry, funky house is destined have a big impact on British music. - 18780

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