Funky house takes the swing and horns of disco and puts them on a modern house beat. It is upbeat, soulful and friendly, which makes it a brilliant bridge between a classics set and a proper club section.
It suits almost any crowd that wants to dance without the music getting too heavy.
Mid to late evening, as a link between disco classics and harder dance music.
Mixed adult crowds, weddings, corporate parties and summer events.
Example tracks
A taste of what you might hear. Every set is tailored to your crowd and requests.
- 01Lady (Hear Me Tonight)Modjo
- 02Groovejet (If This Ain’t Love)Spiller ft. Sophie Ellis-Bextor
- 03You Don’t Know MeArmand Van Helden
- 04E SambaJunior Jack
- 05Call on MeEric Prydz
- 06Tell Me WhySupermode
- 07Love on My MindFreemasons ft. Amanda Wilson
- 08In My ArmsMylo
- 09Lola’s ThemeShapeshifters
- 10Another ChanceRoger Sanchez
- 11One More TimeDaft Punk
- 12Put Your Hands Up for DetroitFedde Le Grand
- 13Must Be the MusicJoey Negro
DJ tips
- Funky house makes a great transition from 70s disco into modern dance music.
- It keeps a corporate crowd dancing without anything too aggressive.
- Ask for a disco edits section if your guests love a classic sample.
Great for
FAQs
Is funky house good for a wedding?
Yes. It is cheerful and easy to dance to, and the disco samples are often familiar to older guests too.
How is it different from classic house?
Funky house is lighter and more disco-led. Classic house leans on 90s pianos and big diva vocals.
Can it be played at lower volume?
Yes. It works well at background level and builds nicely as the night goes on.
