The Big Ol' Nasty Getdown – RepurposE Purpose Vol. 1 [EP]
Format: Digital / Vinyl
Genre: Funk / Soul / Experimental
Label: Getdown Entertainment
Release Date: (Digital) Sept 6th 2024 (Vinyl) Dec. 11th 2024

Description:

The Big Ol' Nasty Getdown returns with RepurposE Purpose Vol. 1, an electrifying and deeply collaborative EP that pushes the boundaries of modern funk and soul. Known for assembling all-star lineups from across the funk, hip-hop, and jam band scenes, the Getdown continues its mission to bridge generations and genres in this latest sonic journey.

This volume marks a bold evolution in the collective's already storied discography. RepurposE Purpose Vol. 1 dives headfirst into grooves that are as thoughtful as they are danceable—each track steeped in rich, analog textures, punchy horn sections, and thick, infectious bass lines. From silky R&B to cosmic funk explorations, the EP delivers raw energy and deep musicality in equal measure. Featuring legendary and rising musicians from Parliament-Funkadelic, Fishbone, Korn, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Primus, Galactic, and more. This EP serves you a vibrant blend of funk, soul, psychedelic rock, and experimental grooves. Whether you're a longtime fan of funk legends or new to the scene, RepurposE Purpose Vol. 1 is an essential listen—an inspiring reminder that great music can move your feet and your mind at the same time.

This is a limited edition pressing on clear blue & Purple splatter vinyl and is a run of 1000 Units. 

Track Listing

Side (A)

1. All Together Now 

Drums: Jack Irons (Red Hot Chili Peppers/Pearl Jam)
Bass: John Heintz
Guitar: Leo Nocentellli (The Meters)
Rhodes: Frank Mapstone
B3/Clavinet: Rami Jaffee (Foo Fighters/Wallflowers)
Saxophone: Greg Hollowell
Trombone: Derrick Johnson (Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band)
Trumpet: Alex Bradley (Empire Strikes Brass)
Percussion: Leon Mobley (The Innocent Criminals)

2. Body Magic (feat. RonKat Spearman)

Vocals: Ronkat Spearman (P-Funk)
Drums: Jack Irons (Red Hot Chili Peppers/Pearl Jam)
Bass: Cody Wright Chris Cain Band)
Guitar: Bobby Easton (Delta Nove)
Keys: Matt Slocum (Railroad Earth)
Horns: Nic Chaffee (BoomBox)

3. 420 Ocean Drive 

Drums: Jack Irons (Red Hot Chili Peppers/Pearl Jam)
Bass: Freekbass (Bump Assembly)
Keys: Jamar Woods (The Fritz)
Guitar: Eric McFadden (P-Funk)
Horns: Philip Lassiter (Prince)
Song Artwork by Jim Mazza

Side (B)

4. Spirit Stain (feat. Angelo Moore)

Vocals: Angelo Moore (Fishbone)
Drums: Jack Irons (Red Hot Chili Peppers/Pearl Jam)
Bass: Ra Diaz (Korn/Suicidal Tendencies)
Guitar: Jimi Hazel (24-7 Spyz)
Keys: Peter Keys (Lynyrd Skynyrd)
Percussion: Justin Poree (Ozomatli)

5. Ten Hits  

Guitar: Larry LaLonde (Primus)
Drums: Jack Irons (Red Hot Chili Peppers/Pearl Jam)
Bass: Norwood Fisher (Fishbone)
Vibes & Tabla: Mike Dillon (Les Claypool's Fearless Flying Frog Brigade)
Aux Percussion: Bobby Easton (Delta Nove)
Song Art by Matt Leunig

6. Body Magic (Instrumental) 

Drums: Jack Irons (Red Hot Chili Peppers/Pearl Jam)
Bass: Cody Wright
Guitar: Bobby Easton (Delta Nove)
Keys: Matt Slocum (Railroad Earth)
Horns: Nic Chaffee (BoomBox)

7. Spirit Stain (Instrumental) 

Drums: Jack Irons (Red Hot Chili Peppers/Pearl Jam)
Bass: Ra Diaz (Korn/Suicidal Tendencies)
Guitar: Jimi Hazel (24-7 Spyz)
Keys: Peter Keys (Lynyrd Skynyrd)
Percussion: Justin Poree (Ozomatli)

Mixed by Fabrizio Grossi
Mastered by Dave Gardner
Produced by John Heintz
Jackets: Rob Maushund at Stoughton Printing
Vinyl: Anne Stickley at Furnace Records
Lacquer Master: Dave Gardner DSG Mastering
Distribution: Andrew Rossiter of ORG Music