Dusk Till Dawn

Released in 2009, Dusk Till Dawn represents Breakestra's evolution from a covers-heavy 'Live Mix Part 2' project into a formidable original songwriting unit. Led by multi-instrumentalist Miles Tackett, the album was recorded using period-correct analog equipment to achieve a sonic profile indistinguishable from classic 70s funk. Unlike many retro-soul acts that lean into polish, Breakestra prioritizes the 'break' - the moment in a song where the rhythm section takes over, a nod to the hip-hop culture that birthed the band's concept. The album features a more prominent vocal presence than their debut, incorporating elements of psychedelic soul and jazz fusion. It stands as a pivotal document in the late-2000s funk revival, bridging the gap between the Stones Throw hip-hop aesthetic and the Daptone soul movement. Critical reception highlighted Tackett's ability to write original hooks that feel like rediscovered samples.