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British Clubbers Support The Rise In Funky House Music

By Darren Poil
Jul 2, 2009
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 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.

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.

The media is expressing its support for funky house music's rise in popularity within the United Kingdom. Their support has meant UK funky is being played across major UK radio and music television channels.

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.
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