Tuxedo

Tuxedo sounds like the best party you were never invited to in 1982, reimagined with modern clarity. It is a world of crisp linen suits, shimmering synthesizers, and basslines so locked-in they feel structural. The music radiates a specific kind of effortless cool that bridges the gap between classic G-funk bounce and sophisticated disco-pop.

What makes them distinctive is the obsessive attention to the 'boogie' era of R&B. While many artists approximate funk, Mayer Hawthorne and Jake One treat it like a science, utilizing period-accurate synth patches and drum machine programming that avoids the clichés of modern retro-pop. The vocal arrangements are impeccably stacked, creating a lush, velvet-curtain backdrop for their infectious hooks.

Start with their self-titled debut album. It perfectly encapsulates their mission statement: making the world dance to the sound of 80s soul without a hint of irony. It is the ultimate soundtrack for any moment that requires a boost in confidence or a touch of class.