The Bamboos - The Bamboos Best

Year Released: 2025
Genre: Soul / Funk / Deep Funk

Description:
Best (25th Anniversary) by The Bamboos is a comprehensive compilation album celebrating the bands’ quarter‑century of music. Released in 2025 on the Impressed Recordings label, this anthology spans their evolution from raw deep funk beginnings through to their polished, groove‑driven soul style.

Featuring around twenty tracks, the set includes selections from across the band’s extensive catalogue—highlighting key moments from studio and live recordings, and showcasing their transformation over two decades. Many of the chosen tracks are rare or previously unavailable on vinyl, with even one track making its vinyl debut in this release.

The Bamboos have always resided at the intersection of tight horn arrangements, deep rhythm sections, soulful vocalists, and a love of dance music heritage. This compilation draws that thread through time: from their early Melbourne‑funk roots, through collaborations with guest vocalists and hip‑hop elements, to their present identity as one of Australia’s most respected funk and soul outfits.

For fans, collectors and new listeners alike, Best (25th Anniversary) functions both as a gateway into The Bamboos’ music and a rich retrospective of their journey. Its track‑listing and presentation underline the band’s focus on groove, songwriting and performance, celebrating their legacy while making clear that their musical story continues