Born from the heart of Charlotte’s vibrant music scene, Groove 8 delivers deep-pocket jazz-funk built to make heads nod and bodies move. Formed by a collective of some of the region’s top independent players, the band fuses ’70s vintage jazz-funk swagger with the acid-jazz soul of ’90s UK grooves—shaping it into a sound that’s powerful, polished, and unmistakably their own.
Punchy horns, slick guitars, soulful keys, and a locked-in rhythm section drive high-energy sets that have earned Groove 8 a devoted following and a reputation as one of the Southeast’s must-see groove bands.
Their catalog includes fan favorites Rare B-Side Grooves, Debut (produced by Alan Evans of Soulive), Curious Poses, RPM, and the compilation Reflections of Soul.
Now entering a bold new chapter with Evolution (2025), Groove 8 pushes their signature blend of jazz, funk, and soul even deeper into the pocket—expanding their sound while staying true to the groove.
Groove 8 doesn’t just come to play…
They come to move you!