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Australian Hammond organ-driven funk trio Cookin’ On 3 Burners have cemented themselves as one of the country’s most recognised acts in the soul and funk space, amassing more than two billion streams and drawing attention from tastemakers across Europe, the United States and beyond.
The Melbourne-based group first broke through to a global audience in 2016 when French producer Kungs remixed their track “This Girl.” The reworked version went on to reach number one in more than 10 countries and became the most-Shazamed dance track of that year.
The track’s streaming numbers have since climbed past the two billion mark, bringing the band’s sound to listeners who may not have otherwise encountered Australian funk and soul music.
From Local Act To International Stages
BBC 6 Music presenter Craig Charles, who hosts the Craig Charles Funk & Soul Show, has described the band’s output as a “wonderful slice of bright, shimmering soul.”
That kind of recognition from international broadcasters has helped the trio build a following that extends well beyond Australia’s borders. The group has drawn support from DJ Nu-Mark of Jurassic 5 and has been featured in US publication Wax Poetics.
A Deep Catalogue And Independent Releases
Cookin’ On 3 Burners have released seven studio albums and two live records through their own Soul Messin’ Records imprint. The label has also put out a series of sought-after 7-inch vinyl releases that continue to circulate among DJs and collectors.
Their catalogue spans deep funk and raw soul, built around the Hammond organ that has become central to their identity as a live act.
Collaborations With Notable Vocalists
Over the course of their career, the band has worked with a number of vocalists including Kylie Auldist, Daniel Merriweather, Stella Angelico and Tex Perkins.
Those collaborations have helped shape the group’s recorded output while also broadening their reach across different corners of the Australian and international music scenes.
A Reputation Built On Live Performance
The trio has developed a reputation for energetic and authentic live shows, performing at venues and festivals including the Roundhouse in the UK, Tokyo Jazz Festival, Live Alcazar in Rome and Sydney Festival.
The band has completed multiple sold-out tours across Europe, the UK and Australia, reinforcing their standing as a consistent draw on the international touring circuit.
Cookin’ On 3 Burners continue to operate at the intersection of deep funk and dance-floor soul, maintaining a catalogue and live presence that keeps them relevant to both long-time fans and new audiences discovering their music through streaming platforms.
