Dj Rick Parker

This mix takes me right back to the Canal Street dancefloors of Manchester in the mid 2000s. Funked! was originally recorded in 2007 for a friend and never actually made it onto my podcast feed at the time. By then I had already been DJing on the Manchester scene for a few years and funky house was everywhere. From early evening warm ups through to packed dancefloors late into the night, these tracks were staples across many of the venues around the Village. The mix brings together a selection of funky house classics that defined that era. Expect uplifting vocals, chunky basslines and plenty of groove, the kind of tracks that would instantly lift a room and keep the dancefloor moving. Although it sat on a hard drive for years, it still captures the sound and energy of that time, so it felt right to finally share it here. If you enjoy funky house, Manchester club classics and vocal house from the mid 2000s, this one should bring back a few memories. Listen to the mix If you enjoy the mix, please fe