Founded in Brooklyn, New York in 2001, **Daptone Records** has become one of the most influential independent labels in modern soul, funk and rhythm & blues. Built around a passion for analogue recording, timeless songwriting and the spirit of classic American music, Daptone has helped bring the warmth and energy of vintage soul into the contemporary era.

Established by musicians and producers Gabriel Roth and Neal Evans, the label developed a distinctive sound rooted in the traditions of 1960s and 1970s funk and soul, while maintaining a uniquely modern identity. With its renowned House of Soul studio, Daptone embraced live instrumentation, vintage equipment and an uncompromising approach to recording that placed musicianship and performance at the centre of every release.

Home to legendary artists including Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings, Charles Bradley, The Budos Band, Antibalas and many others, Daptone has built a catalogue celebrated by collectors, DJs and music lovers worldwide. The label’s releases capture the raw emotion, analogue character and deep grooves that define the golden eras of soul, funk, jazz and Afrobeat.

More than a record label, Daptone represents a movement dedicated to preserving the craft of timeless music while giving it a powerful voice in the modern world. Its carefully curated catalogue, iconic artwork and commitment to vinyl culture have made Daptone one of the most respected independent labels of its generation.