The Sound of Modern Funk: Cory Wong

Our Funky Jazz, Blues & Soul playlist has a brand-new cover, featuring none other than Cory Wong. Few modern guitarists have done more to bring funk to a new generation. With his unmistakably tight rhythm playing, infectious grooves and endless creativity, Wong has become one of the defining voices in contemporary funk.

Whether you know him from his solo work, Vulfpeck or one of his many collaborations, one thing is certain: he never misses the pocket. His blend of funk, jazz and soul perfectly reflects the spirit of the playlist itself.

Packed with handpicked grooves from around the world, Funky Jazz, Blues & Soul brings together new discoveries, hidden gems and timeless artists spanning funk, jazz, blues, soul and everything in between. The playlist is updated regularly, so there is always something fresh to discover.

Want to dive deeper? At The New Funky, we publish weekly interviews, features and stories about the artists keeping the groove alive. Alongside our editorial content, you can explore our growing collection of playlists, introducing you to the best new funky music from across the globe.

And if you discover a record you love, our online vinyl shop offers releases from many of the artists featured on our platform. It is another way to support the musicians who continue to make today’s funk scene so exciting.

Click the The New Funky Vinyl logo to visit our record store and use the discount code TNF26 at checkout to receive a special discount on your order.

Put on the playlist, discover your next favourite artist and explore the world of funk, jazz, blues and soul with The New Funky!