Vancouver artist Jonny Tobin is an accomplished keyboardist, producer, songwriter, and session player known for his soulful sound and genre fluidity. Making his vinyl debut on Austin Boogie Crew Records, Tobin is poised to turn heads with this killer instrumental 45.

In his own words, these tracks are “inspired by the sounds and feelings of hip-hop, electronic music, Saturday morning cartoon/cereal combos, pixelated 90's video games, and 3AM drives.”

Jonny Tobin - Super Genesis

Jonny Tobin - Sunrise

Slowing down to a hip-hop tempo, the sway of "Either Way" will appeal to fans of New Jack Swing and UK Street Soul. 'I can’t stay away...want you to be mine.' Unrequited love never sounded so good. The passion in Brown’s voice is bolstered by Thaggard’s auspicious beat drops, before ascending to a straight house party vibe that almost demands a running-man.

The Vapor Caves - Either Way

Beginning with a popping drum break, "Dreams" is a dance-ready combo of modern funk and psychedelic vibes. Lots of ear candy here, including the deep synth bass, energetic percussion, and even some flute! Featuring guitar accompaniment and an explosive solo from Jackie Venson, this is a Texas record thru and thru.

The Vapor Caves - Dreams (ft. Jackie Venson)

Catchy party starter, channeling the jubilance of their early disco numbers. Rich instrumentation and bouncy percussion bolstered by a seriously knocking kick drum. Includes a sick break for the DJs (a welcome rarity nowadays).

Dynasty - Still In Love

Magnetic R&B cut with slapping drums, slick guitar, and lush vocal harmonies. Kicks into another gear on the refreshing, dreamy bridge with Latin-tinged horns and scatting.

Dynasty - I Can Tell

City Pop meets Modern Funk on the newest Austin Boogie Crew release by intergalactic artist Saucy Lady!

Originally from Japan and based in Boston, singer-songwriter/DJ/producer Saucy Lady has released stellar singles across notable imprints like Star Creature, Soul Clap, and Midnight Riot. Her genre-fluid music exudes an attitude of confidence and sensuality, channeling the free self-expression celebrated in the Disco era.

Saucy Lady’s newest single on ABC, 星の砂 | Hoshi no Suna (Stardust), is a catchy mid-tempo dancer sung in Japanese with alluring Boogie influences. Given City Pop’s tremendous resurgence in the States and Japan, this lovable record has strong international appeal.

We are cosmically thrilled to welcome Saucy Lady, the space goddess of funk herself, to the ABC recording family!

Saucy Lady - 星の砂 | Hoshi no Suna (Stardust) (Instrumental)

Saucy Lady - 星の砂 | Hoshi no Suna (Stardust)

“Reesis” is an electronic boogie-funk banger.

Solar Shield - Reesis

Austin Boogie Crew is hyped to present the vinyl debut of ATX musician Father Sheed (Nick Jamshidi). Sheed is a resident DJ of the renowned ubiyu party. As a producer he established his local presence by co-founding electronic imprint Two Geez Music.

On this 45, Sheed offers two slabs of moody modern funk with electronic-indie flourishes. For fans of acts like Toro y Moi and Shiro Schwarz, the results are truly mouthwatering.

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Love Street

Wait For You

"Dream Wave" is an uptempo banger with spacey synths and a 16-bit vibe.

Brian Ellis - Dream Wave

"Peg" is an all-synthesizer cover of the classic Steely Dan original complete with slick vocoder.

Written by Walter Becker and Donald Fagen. Published by Universal Music Corp. Licensed through HFA.

Brian Ellis - Peg

Claude 9 and DJ Manny are 'Los Bandidos Cosmicos,' a musical project of original Latin dance hall, dub, world rhythms and remixes. 

The duo lent the vocals for their catchy song "Cosmica" to Austin Boogie Crew for a bangin' modern funk take produced by ABC's own Spence.

Los Bandidos Cosmicos - Cosmica (Austin Boogie Crew Remix Instrumental)

“Feel Right 2Nite” is a bass-heavy instrumental slapper with spacey synths and an irresistible groove.

Computa Games - Feel Right 2Nite

“Do Your Thing” is a catchy dance floor slayer with vocals from Sweater Funk’s own K-Maxx!

Computa Games - Do Your Thing (ft. K - Maxx)

Eighties boogie artist Jay W. McGee returned to the scene with his album "Good Feeling“ in the summer of 2015, released on Légère Recordings. His single "Let's Fall in Love" got the remix treatment from ABC's own Spence. Old school boogie meets modern funk on this dance floor stomper!

Jay W. McGee - Let's Fall In Love (Austin Boogie Crew Remix)

Hear more Starship Connection (B.Bravo & Teeko) at https://soundcloud.com/teekomusic and https://soundcloud.com/bravobeats

The fourth release on Austin Boogie Crew Records is one we couldn’t be more excited to roll out: an undeniable 45 from none other than Starship Connection! Representing San Francisco, Starship members B.Bravo & Teeko have been leading the scene for years with their unique brand of modern and hip-hop infused funk. With their first appearance on ABC, the duo offers two complimentary jams...

“Do It 4 U” is a sweet and sultry mid-tempo stepper exclusive to this 45! The duo chills things out on this one, offering declarations of love and devotion on the talkbox over a killer groove.

Starship Connection - Do It 4 U (ABC-004)

Hear more Starship Connection (B.Bravo & Teeko) at https://soundcloud.com/teekomusic and https://soundcloud.com/bravobeats

The fourth release on Austin Boogie Crew Records is one we couldn’t be more excited to roll out: an undeniable 45 from none other than Starship Connection! Representing San Francisco, Starship members B.Bravo & Teeko have been leading the scene for years with their unique brand of modern and hip-hop infused funk. With their first appearance on ABC, the duo offers two complimentary jams...

“Heartbreaker” is an amazing modern funk cover of the Zapp & Roger original. Driven by talkbox harmonies, cracking drums, thumping bass, and slick halftime break downs, Starship puts their signature twist on a classic.

Starship Connection - Heartbreaker (ABC-004)

“Late Nights” is the perfect cruising jam, carried by a smooth bassline and G-Funk synths. Imagine bright neon lights and good times.

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Lowmac - Late Nights

“Ride Wit It” is a party starting banger with an infectious lead, driving handclaps, and an array of synths that weave in and out of the track’s steady groove.

Lowmac - Ride Wit It

Straight back to 1982 on this one. Beautiful chords and synths revolve around the EP’s title track and centerpiece. Diamond channels the sound of artists like Evelyn King and Howard Johnson as he tells his lover: “girl, you know I love your candy.”

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Diamond Ortiz - Goodies

Pool party anthem. The vivacious percussion, background party vocals, and peppered vocoder bits make this an irresistible treat.

Diamond Ortiz - NBC (Nothin' But Cuties)

A mostly instrumental banger carried by slapping drums, killer bassline, and wonderful lead.

Diamond Ortiz - Hit The Spot

Sure to get any dance floor moving, the hypnotizing chords and smooth vocals on this cut set the tone for the record perfectly.

Diamond Ortiz - Rite Back Atcha

“Dancing With Somebody" is a sleek and sexy mid-tempo delight where Limon croons about dancing with a stranger while another lover is on his mind. Steppers will adore the bumping drums, soaring keys, and resonant bass that peeks its head out at the perfect times. Too good.

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Trailer Limon - Dancing With Somebody (ft. B. Bravo)

Watch the music video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyNAA0FB2zY

Limon lays down a fantastic blend of modern funk and soul sounds on "Love Don't Pay The Bills," a love song with a layered subtext. Defined by its catchy vocals, juicy guitar, and addictive Rhodes keys, this killer cut is sure to have them flocking to the dance floor on cue. Relevant to today and funky in every way.

Trailer Limon - Love Don't Pay the Bills (ft. E. Live)

Hear the full album at: https://austinboogiecrewrecords.bandcamp.com/album/solar-shield

A charming and quirky electronic cover of the Bill Withers original! Highlighted by McDowell ‘singing’ the lyrics with his synthesizer, this one is irresistible.

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Solar Shield - Just the Two of Us

Brian teams up with modern funk heavy hitter Orlando Marshall (AKA BusCrates) on this killer remix of one of his seminal tracks! Maintaining the upbeat and heartfelt spirit of the original song, Brian and Orlando give the production a major modern funk revamp with slapping drums, bouncy bass, and heavy synthesizers. A sureshot in every sense of the word!

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Brian K. Morgan is a prolific and seasoned musician from Englewood, New Jersey. His sound is timeless; reflective of the 80’s era during which he flourished and undeniable today. Brian’s collaborators over the years could form a Mount Rushmore of Funk and include George Benson, Kashif, Melba Moore, and Gwen Guthrie, among others. 

When his roller disco hit “A Good Time” dropped on UK-based label Super Disco Edits two years ago, Brian gained instant notoriety in the current modern funk scene. We are proud to present a new 45 from Brian’s group B & The Family (featuring his actual family) that will have every dance floor, pool party, and cookout rockin!

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B & The Family - A Good Time (BusCrates Remix) (ABC-009)

Originally released in 1984, we’re proud to offer this party-starting boogie tune on 45 for the very first time! The defining bass groove, vocoder-peppered bridge, and buttery background vocals from Brian’s wife Katie Goulet are just a few things this record has going for it. Sounding as good as ever with a fresh mix and master, this joint is sure to get just as many spins as the A-side!

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Brian K. Morgan is a prolific and seasoned musician from Englewood, New Jersey. His sound is timeless; reflective of the 80’s era during which he flourished and undeniable today. Brian’s collaborators over the years could form a Mount Rushmore of Funk and include George Benson, Kashif, Melba Moore, and Gwen Guthrie, among others. 

When his roller disco hit “A Good Time” dropped on UK-based label Super Disco Edits two years ago, Brian gained instant notoriety in the current modern funk scene. We are proud to present a new 45 from Brian’s group B & The Family (featuring his actual family) that will have every dance floor, pool party, and cookout rockin!

B & The Family - Just Want To Love Ya (ABC-009)

XL crafts a playful yet smooth instrumental that would sound at home in an "Outrun" video game or on the "Beverly Hills Cop" soundtrack. But it isn’t just the nostalgia factor that will keep you coming back to this one, it’s the compositional finesse, amazing synth sounds, and heart.

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XL Middleton - Enjoyable Sunburn

Originally featured on the 2014 cassette compilation "Is This The Future?," this irresistible instrumental is long overdue for the vinyl treatment. The slapping drums and wet, punchy bass on this one immediately demand attention. With lovely changeups and 16-bit style leads, this is an ace in the hole on any dance floor.

XL Middleton - Digital Devils

Making a lasting impression out the gate, “Nervous” is a modern funk anthem for anyone who’s struggled with the confidence to approach someone romantically. On top of the endearing and refreshing songwriting, the instrumentation on this one is crisp and way funky.

XL Middleton - Nervous

Hear the full album at: https://austinboogiecrewrecords.bandcamp.com/album/strut-down

Rojai (pronounced “ROW-JUH” -- real name Jairo Vargas) is a San Francisco born singer emerging as a leading voice in the modern funk scene. 

As a frontman for groups like R&B duo Kool Customer and Latin-funk outfit Bayonics, Rojai has proven himself adept crooning on any groove in his raspy, soulful timbre.

"Strut Down," his solo LP debut on Austin Boogie Crew Records produced primarily by E. Live, is one of the strongest modern funk records to date!

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Rojai - Just A Lil Bit (feat. B. Bravo)

Austin Boogie Crew (ABC) is an independent Black-owned record label specializing in Modern Funk. Soulful, synth-heavy, club-friendly new music.

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