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Bluestronica Funk: A new Bluestronica playlist

The Bluestronica playlist series has a new addition: Bluestronica Funk.

This time the focus is on the funky side of the blues — deep grooves, soulful rhythms, electric guitars and electronic beats. Music rooted in the blues, but taking its own route through funk, soul and contemporary production.

Following playlists such as Bluestronica Grooves, Dark Bluestronica Beats, Late Night Bluestronica and Global Electric Soul, Bluestronica Funk adds another dimension to the Bluestronica sound.

The playlists bring together music from the Black & Tan Records catalogue and related projects, exploring the connections between blues, electronic music, soul, funk and groove-based production.

Explore Bluestronica and all six playlists here:

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Global Electric Soul — exploring blues from a wider perspective

At Black & Tan Records, we’re always interested in how blues continues to evolve. With Global Electric Soul, we’re sharing a playlist that reflects that idea in a simple way.

This is electronic blues with influences from across the globe — subtle world rhythms, raw grooves, and spacious, cinematic sounds. It’s not about pushing boundaries for the sake of it, but about following where the music naturally goes.

The result is a mix that feels familiar but still fresh.

You can now listen to Global Electric Soul on Spotify or via the Bluestronica website.

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New Bluestronica playlist; Swinging Electric Roots

With Swinging Electric Roots, we show how blues can grow without losing its roots.

Bluestronica mixes traditional blues elements with modern production — steady grooves, warm basslines, and subtle electronic touches. The core stays the same: honest, soulful music. The setting just changes a bit.

At Black & Tan Records, we like sounds that respect where they come from, but aren’t afraid to move on.

Discover the Bluestronica playlist series

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Bluestronica Grooves: Where Raw Blues Meets Electronic Pulse

The third Bluestronica playlist is now live on Spotify, and this one is all about groove. Bluestronica Grooves brings together gritty blues riffs and modern electronic rhythms into a smooth, mid-tempo journey that works just as well in the daytime as it does late in the evening.

This playlist is built around rhythm, feel, and hooks. Expect tracks that move forward with confidence: groove-based, danceable in a subtle way, and driven by strong, memorable motifs. It’s not about rushing — it’s about locking into a pocket and letting the music breathe. Think warm blues tones, deep beats, and a modern production edge that keeps everything fresh and contemporary.

We’re especially proud that Bluestronica Grooves features a strong selection of tracks from the Black & Tan Records catalogue. This playlist shows exactly how blues can evolve without losing its soul. From hypnotic riffs to electronic textures that add depth and motion, these tracks highlight the adventurous side of the label’s sound.

Bluestronica Grooves is designed for a broad audience that loves groove, atmosphere, and strong songwriting. Press play, turn it up, and let the blues move you—this time with an electronic heartbeat.