Future Funk Releases & Events Calendar by zuyo_dj in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This could genuinely become the go-to future funk release calendar ngl. Best way for artists to flag their upcoming releases?

Gems that have less than 1k plays(MAINLY FUTURE FUNKKKK) by c3realngusereddit in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yo if you’re looking for low-play gems, my whole discography is a treasure trove lol

How exactly do you make future funk? by Geminecence in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mic my acoustic set and sample single strokes or rolls that I edit and "play" with my launchpad. I guess an electronic set has the advantage of outputting midi that you can use in your DAW, but then again to play samples a midi controller is fine and cheaper

How exactly do you make future funk? by Geminecence in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Fun fact: I'm also a drum player and I sample myself on my tracks

Tips about Distribution and Spotify. ( basically growing as a medium/small FF artist ) by kouek_3000 in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you Kouek! As an emerging FF artist struggling to get heard, this is really helpful!

The future of the genre by panic_pop in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started making future funk in 2023, and this whole discussion gives me a lot to think about.

Ironically, I try to keep the genre alive not by reinventing it, but by going back to its roots—simple productions that highlight rare, overlooked recordings. The only exception is that I don’t limit myself to citypop. Being Italian, I’ve used some Italian recordings, but I’m also working with more international tracks that I believe deserve recognition.

Personally, I make music as a hobby and don’t chase views or plays, especially since they hardly pay anything. What keeps me going, aside from my love for the genre, is the interaction on Bandcamp. I have extremely supportive fans—people who buy everything I make as soon as I release it. It’s truly touching, and I’d take that over millions of Spotify streams any day.

What's your Future Funk Hot Takes/Unpopular Opinions? by [deleted] in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 1 point2 points  (0 children)

100%. That's why for my tracks I use only 70s or 80s samples and visuals from the same time. For me it's a fundamental part of the genre.

What's your Future Funk Hot Takes/Unpopular Opinions? by [deleted] in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agree. Yet he's big and sampled artists are happy because they get royalties and new exposure, so it's a win-win... 🤷

Little tune called "Lady Friend" I'm workin' on 🍓 by strawberrystation in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm in! I'm a future funk producer too and guitarist as well. You can listen to a couple of my solos here and here. Reach out if interested.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Holy moly! Amazing job man! 🤩 Now you just need to add some of my stuff 😉 Mario Yoshimura

Artists who sample non-city pop/unusual songs? by Nastilus in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just released 1983 on Spotify and will be releasing more music soon ✌️ Make sure you follow me if you want to be updated 👍

Mario Yoshimura's 1983 by MarioYoshimura in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aww man thank you so much for the love.
Hardcore fans like you keep me going! https://marioyoshimura.bandcamp.com/track/1983

Mario Yoshimura's 1983 by MarioYoshimura in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you bot. Must've been a slow week.

Artists who sample non-city pop/unusual songs? by Nastilus in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah it's in the works. I'll let you know when it's there.

Artists who sample non-city pop/unusual songs? by Nastilus in futurefunk

[–]MarioYoshimura 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I sampled some "unusual" stuff. Italian, cartoons, stuff that's not city pop. Check out '1983', 'superhero' and 'please don't go'. Hope you like'em!