With funky house such a major force in mainstream dance music these days, it’s useful and enjoyable to remember (or discover) where it’s all coming from. Having been soaked into American dance music for most of his life, Defected’s main man Simon Dunmore’s unquestionably well placed to give the younger generations a lesson or two in timeless soulful disco and funk. That’s precisely what ‘Deep Down And Discofied’ does over two cds packed with the likes of Chaka Khan, Salsoul Orchestra, Isley Brothers, Gwen Guthrie, Harold Melvin & The Bluenotes, Fatback Band and many more.
5 Out Of 5
Reviewed By: JERRY BOUTHIER
