Bass Archaeology Podcast Episode 13 hosted by Cookee

Bass Archaeology Episode 13: Cross the Tracks This week, we dust off the crates and embark on a soulful, funky, and house-infused journey that crosses musical borders, emotional highs, and dancefloor heartbeats. We kick things off with the raw, James Brown-produced funk fire of Maceo & The Macks and their irresistible call to “Cross the Tracks (We Better Go Back).” From there, The Meters lay down that signature New Orleans groove with the joyful strut of “Just Kissed My Baby,” reminding us that sometimes the simplest pleasures hit hardest. We ride the reggae train with Damian Marley (feat. Stephen Marley) on the uplifting, herb-infused “Medication,” then catch the one-and-only Dennis Brown boarding the “Westbound Train” for a roots reggae escape filled with smooth longing and redemption. Things heat up on the disco floor as Loleatta Holloway delivers pure vocal ecstasy in the timeless “Love Sensation,” followed by a deep dancefloor moment with the Larry Levan mix of Gwen Guthrie’s “It Should Have Been You.” Patrice Rushen keeps the romance alive with the smooth, unforgettable bassline of “Forget Me Nots.” We slide into soulful deep house territory with Kings of Tomorrow featuring Julie McKnight on the gospel-tinged anthem “Finally,” then keep the late-night vibes rolling with Miguel Campbell’s bouncy, seductive “Something Special.” The emotional core hits when Frankie Knuckles (with Satoshi Tomiie) brings the deep house classic “Tears,” a track that still moves bodies and souls in equal measure. Raze answers with the urgent, body-rocking demand of “Break 4 Love,” before DJ Vas drops the playful, sample-heavy “Wizard Funk” to keep the energy quirky and funky. We close the crate with a swing and a smile courtesy of Kid Creole & The Coconuts and their flamboyant, irresistible “I’m a Wonderful Thing, Baby.” From 70s funk and reggae to 80s disco, 90s house, and beyond—this episode is all about the basslines that connect generations, the tracks that make you move, and the timeless feeling of digging deep. Tune in, turn it up, and let the archaeology begin.