Cotonete

Cotonete is a Parisian eight-piece ensemble that has become a cornerstone of the modern European jazz-funk revival. Formed in 2005, the group initially built a reputation through virtuosic covers of 1970s masters like Banda Black Rio and Deodato before transitioning into original compositions.

Their sound identity is defined by a deep reverence for the 'golden era' of analog recording, characterized by lush horn arrangements, prominent Rhodes piano, and a rhythm section that emphasizes the 'heavy groove' of Brazilian fusion. After a brief hiatus, they were revitalized by the Parisian vinyl scene, specifically Heartbeat Vinyl, which led to a prolific run of EPs and their acclaimed 2019 debut LP, 'Super-vilains'. They occupy a unique cultural space as a 'musician's band' that remains highly accessible to the club scene, frequently collaborating with house music icons like Dimitri from Paris. Critically, they are praised for their technical proficiency and their ability to replicate vintage production aesthetics without sounding derivative, serving as a vital link between the French jazz scene and global groove cultures.