Pyramid Blue - Amal

Year Released: 2025
Label: Discos Martos – DM‑003
Genre: Afro‑Funk / World Soul / Fusion

Description:
“Amal” (Arabic for “Hope”) sees Madrid‑based funk ensemble Pyramid Blue collaborating with Arabic‑flamenco vocalist Habiba Chaouf, delivering a vibrant fusion of Afro‑funk rhythms, traditional Arab melodic lines and live instrumentation. The track opens with a driving drum groove and syncopated bass, layered with horn stabs and wah‑guitar, before Chaouf’s rich vocal enters — weaving long, emotive phrases over a funk groove anchored in soulful swing. The Spanish band’s roots in afro‑jazz and world groove shine through in the subtle interplay of percussion and melody, as the arrangement bridges global rhythms and a dance‑floor ready funk aesthetic.

Although a recent release, “Amal” has quickly gained traction among the modern funk revival scene and world‑soul aficionados. Its limited 7″ pressing through Discos Martos makes it a sought‑after item for crate diggers and DJs looking for fresh grooves with both analog warmth and global flair. As Pyramid Blue continues to gain recognition, this track stands out as a key moment in the intersection of Spanish funk and world‑fusion soul.