The Funky Drive Band - Dance Or Die

Review by Genis LeyNel

Dance Or Die by The Funky Drive Band: A Soulful Boogie Odyssey You Can’t Ignore Alright, let's dive into Dance Or Die, the 2016 funk/soul masterpiece from The Funky Drive Band. This album is like a time machine that drops you smack in the middle of a neon-lit disco floor one second and a smoky jazz club the next. With its mix of boogie, disco, soul, and pure unadulterated funk, it’s impossible not to move your body—or at least tap your foot—when this thing plays. And trust me, once you hit play, you’re locked in for the ride. First off, props to Kâshif Kroch'—the man behind almost everything here. From arranging to mixing, playing synths, percussion, and even contributing vocals, he’s basically the glue holding this whole operation together. Add Bumpy T.T.'s sharp songwriting chops and some killer performances from the rest of the crew (shoutout to Omarr on bass and Tams on sax/flute), and you’ve got an album bursting with energy and personality. Now, onto the tracks. Let’s talk about “Livin’ For The Night’Life” because damn, this one sticks with you. It’s got that perfect balance of groove and grit—like someone took all the best parts of '70s funk and gave them a modern polish without losing the rawness. The bassline? Insanely smooth. The horns? So punchy they feel like they’re jumping out of the speakers. But what really gets me is how effortlessly cool the vibe is. When Bumpy T.T.’s voice comes in, dripping with swagger, I swear it’s like hearing confidence bottled up and poured straight into your ears. This track reminds me why I fell in love with funk in the first place—it’s music that makes you wanna live life louder, ya know? Then there’s “Funky Drive’z Me Crazy,” which might as well be renamed “Earworm Central.” That synth line? Obsessive. The rhythm section? Ridiculously tight. Every time I hear it, I catch myself nodding along like some kinda bobblehead doll. There’s something so addictive about the way it builds and layers sounds until you’re completely surrounded. Plus, the extended version gives you more room to get lost in the groove—which, honestly, we could all use more of these days. One thing that stands out about Dance Or Die is how alive it feels. Like, seriously, you can tell everyone involved was having FUN making this. These aren’t just songs; they’re moments captured in sound. Whether it’s the sultry vibes of “She’s On My Mind” or the playful bounce of “Fizzycal Attraction,” each track pulls you deeper into their world. Even the artwork, also done by Kâshif Kroch', matches the vibe perfectly—a visual echo of the musical journey inside. Here’s the kicker though: this album came out in 2016, but it doesn’t feel tied to any specific era. It’s timeless in a way that only great funk and soul records can be. Listening to it now, years later, still hits just as hard. Maybe harder, because in a world full of overproduced beats and auto-tuned voices, Dance Or Die feels refreshingly human. So yeah, if you haven’t heard this yet, do yourself a favor and press play. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself dancing around your living room like nobody’s watching. Oh, and fun fact: the band hails from Japan and France, which somehow makes sense given how effortlessly they blend styles. Who knew international borders could produce such funky gold? Final thought: Life’s too short not to dance. And with Dance Or Die, The Funky Drive Band gives us the ultimate permission slip to let loose. Now excuse me while I go replay “Livin’ For The Night’Life” for the hundredth time…

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Artist: The Funky Drive Band
Album: Dance Or Die

Funk / Soul

2016

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Livin' For The Night'Life
Funky Drive'z Me Crazy (Extended Version)
Pimp (The Biz Don't Stop)
She's On My Mind
First Love Never Die
Fizzycal Attraction
Funky Drive'z Me Crazy
Lover, Forever, Together
Dance Or Die
Hold-Up
Love Suspect

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The Funky Drive Band - Pimp (The Biz Don't Stop)

The Funky Drive Band - Fizzycal Attraction

The Funky Drive Band - Funky Drive'z Me Crazy (2011) HQ

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Catalog Numbers

THCD-390
RSJ003

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Think! Records
R.$.J.Recordz

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kuunnella verkossa
écouter en ligne
ouvir online
lytte på nettet
online luisteren
ascolta in linea
escuchar en línea
online anhören
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Role	Company
Distributed By	Disk Union
Licensed From	R.$.J.Recordz

Credits

Role	Credit
Arranged By	Kâshif Kroch'
Mixed By	Kâshif Kroch'
Bass	Omarr
Executive-Producer	Bumpy T.T., Kâshif Kroch'
Guitar	Azzdeen, King Father
Percussion	Kâshif Kroch'
Producer	Kâshif Kroch'
Saxophone	Tams
Flute	Tams
Synth	Alan Push, Kâshif Kroch'
Vocals	Bumpy T.T., Dawn Eyes, Kongbo Godogo, Kuky Kamanda, Kâshif Kroch', Sooheer
Written-By	Bumpy T.T., Kâshif Kroch'
Artwork	Kâshif Kroch'

Barcodes

Barcode: 4 988044 026124
Rights Society: JASRAC

About The Funky Drive Band

Born in 2008, the band is from the underground local Funk stage of Lyon (France). The Band is composed by 8 members musicians and singers. Kâshif Kroch' and Bumpy T.T. were from the very beginning of this band and step by step other members have been added in the group. The songs are composed and arranged by Kâshif Kroch', Jenny Lord, Push and Omar & the writters are Kâshif Kroch', Bumpy T.T. & Hadia. Their styles are Funk, Boogie, Modern Soul, they're from the Modern Funk Movement. Kâshif Kroch' & Bumpy T.T. create R.$.J.Recordz (underground Funk label specialized in unreleased stuff from the 80's) & Boogie Foxx Records & Tapes (specialized in Modern Funk). The band made differents live show and showcase in Lyon, Paris, and a tour in California USA with Funk Freaks. The Funky Drive Band open show for artists like B.B.&Q.Band, Junior Giscombe, Carmen, Ago (the band played with him on stage too)... THE FUNKY DRIVE BAND ARE: Bumpy T.T. (vocal) Kongbo Godogo (vocal) Hadi-a Hadi-o (vocal) Omar (bass) Azzdeen (guitar) Jenny Lord (guitar/synth) Alan Push (synth) Kâshif Kroche (percussion/synth) Tams (sax/flute) Sooheer (vocal) (ex member) Kuky Kamanda (vocal) (ex member) Dawn Eyes (vocal) (ex member) Rich' (drum) (ex member) Shan (drum) (ex member)

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Funky Drive Band

Members

Jenny Lord
Tams
Sooheer
Omarr
Azzdeen
Kongbo Godogo
Kâshif Kroch'
Bumpy T.T.
Kuky Kamanda
Dawn Eyes
Hadi-A Hadi-O
Alan Push
Hadia

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Dance Or Die* by The Funky Drive Band is like a one-person masterpiece. Nearly every role—from producing and arranging to playing multiple instruments and even designing the artwork—was handled by Kâshif Kroch'. It’s rare to see someone so deeply involved in every layer of an album’s creation. Released in 2016, it blends funk, soul, disco, and boogie vibes, making it feel both nostalgic and fresh. Tracks like “Funky Drive’z Me Crazy” show off his versatility, while the collaboration with vocalists like Bumpy T.T. and Dawn Eyes adds extra flavor. Plus, it’s wild that this gem found its way to Japan and France through Think! Records and R.$.J.Recordz.