Artist page · 05/07/2026
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16 vinyl releases blending afrobeat, soul, and funk — original Daptone pressings sought after by collectors.
The Budos Band stands out in the US instrumental scene with a rich blend of afrobeat, funk, soul, and psychedelic rock. Operating primarily under Daptone Records, they've released 16 vinyl records across various formats including LPs and EPs. Their work is characterized by reverb-heavy brass, groove-driven rhythms, and an afro-soul identity. The majority of their catalog remains accessible on vinyl, with frequent reissues and special editions extending collectible interest for vinyl enthusiasts.
Their vinyl discs often appear in limited edition runs, colored pressings, and deluxe packaging. Key albums include their self-titled debut, 'The Budos Band III,' and 'Burnt Offering,' each representing distinct phases of their evolving sound from 2005 through the 2010s and beyond.
Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Diamond West · 2025
Daptone Records · 2020
Daptone Records · 2019
Daptone Records · 2014
Daptone Records · 2010
Daptone Records · 2007
Daptone Records · 2005Playlist
The tracks that sum up The Budos Band's career.
The essentials
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The debut album establishing their signature afrobeat and funk sound, featuring 11 tracks like 'Up From The South' and 'Ghost Walk'.
A 2010 studio album with 11 tracks blending afrobeat and funk, noted for 'Rite Of The Ancients' and 'Black Venom'.
This 2014 album emphasizes psychedelic rock and afrobeat with 10 tracks including the title track and 'Trail Of Tears'.
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Fans of Fela Kuti and African music, the band feeds exclusively on congas, tambourines, and horns for a powerful, danceable afro-soul sound.— The Budos Band description
The Budos Band records most of their work at Daptone's House of Soul studio in Brooklyn, New York, a hub for their signature analog sound since their formation.
'Burnt Offering' (2014) boasts several vinyl versions including the original US pressing and deluxe limited editions that are prized by collectors.
The 2020 album 'Long In The Tooth' was released in a Club Edition LP pressing in Mexico with catalog number DAP-065, highlighting its international vinyl distribution.
The 2005 'The Budos Band' LP first release on Daptone Records is widely recognized and sought after for encapsulating their funk and afrobeat fusion.
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
The Budos Band primarily performs instrumental afrobeat, funk, and soul with psychedelic rock elements.
The Budos Band formed in 2005 in Staten Island, New York, United States.
The majority of The Budos Band's vinyl releases are issued under Daptone Records, with some recent pressings on Diamond West Records.
Yes, several albums have limited edition and colored vinyl pressings, including 'V' and 'Long In The Tooth'.
Most releases are available on LP format, including standard, club editions, and special limited editions.
The original pressing of 'Burnt Offering' was released in the United States by Daptone Records in 2014.
Limited edition colored vinyl and club editions like 'Long In The Tooth' from Mexico may be less common in France.
Key tracks include 'T.I.B.W.F.', 'Up From The South', and 'Ghost Walk' that showcase their afrobeat-funk style.
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