The Budos Band – The Budos Band

The Budos Band – The Budos Band returns in a definitive anniversary reissue, celebrating one of the most iconic releases in modern soul and funk.

Originally released two decades ago, this debut album helped define the unmistakable Budos sound — a heavy, hypnotic blend of funk, soul, and Ethiopian-inspired grooves, driven by raw instrumentation and deep, analog warmth.

Tracks like “Up From the South” and “Ghost Walk” showcase the band’s signature style: tight rhythm sections, gritty horns, and a dark, cinematic atmosphere that has become synonymous with the Daptone Records aesthetic.

This reissue has been fully remastered using an all-analog (AAA) process from the original tapes by Ryan Smith at Sterling Sound, ensuring maximum fidelity and depth. Housed in a deluxe tip-on jacket, it delivers both premium sound and classic presentation.

Available in both standard black vinyl and an indie exclusive coloured edition, this release is essential for collectors, DJs, and anyone drawn to raw, groove-driven instrumental funk.