Opensouls - Turn It Up! / What Do You Do - The Funkadoobian

Opensouls - Turn It Up! / What Do You Do

  • Artist Opensouls
  • Title Turn It Up! / What Do You Do
  • Label From The Crate
  • Catalogue No FTC 002
  • Format 7''
  • Genre Funk Soul
  • Media Condition Near Mint (NM or M-)
  • Sleeve Condition Near Mint (NM or M-)
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Year Released: 2002
Genre: Funk / Soul / Rare Groove

Description:
A quintessential modern funk release, “Turn It Up!” by Opensouls delivers infectious horn riffs, punchy basslines, and dynamic, energetic percussion. The track is built for dancefloor appeal, with crisp production that balances classic funk sensibilities and contemporary clarity. The B-side, “What Do You Do,” slows the pace with soulful harmonies, warm Rhodes keys, and a grooving rhythm section, showcasing the band’s versatility.

Opensouls’ recordings have influenced modern funk and soul revivalists, appearing on rare-groove DJ playlists and sampled by producers exploring live-band funk textures. Tracks like “Turn It Up!” have informed the production style of acts such as Quantic, Jamiroquai, and Aloe Blacc, blending live instrumentation with funk-oriented grooves.

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