the funkin' machine: napoletanite
Francisco Espregueira
There is an undeniable connection between the windy city of Chicago and the sun-soaked coast of Naples, and Star Creature Universal Vibrations is tending the flame. The label has a history of embracing Italian producers and artists. Enter The Funkin' Machine, a powerhouse collective from Naples who have delivered their massive debut LP, Napoletanite. Following the heat of last summer’s Nun Trovo Cchiù 7", this heavyweight full-length project captures the sparkling energy of the Vesuvius slopes, packaged in art that screams "future classic."
The musicianship on display is top-tier, which makes sense given the lineup boasts members from celebrated outfits like Nu Genea, Mystic Jungle, and Parbleu. They specialize in a sound that refuses to sit still, sliding effortlessly from cosmic disco and jazz-funk to psychedelic fusions of Afro-Italo and Mediterranean boogie. Napoletanite is a crate staple in the making, ranking high among the best of contemporary world disco. If you are looking for that authentic Neapolitan funk with a touch of Chicago grit, this is the record to spin. Available on vinyl.