Manu Chevalier Unleashes a Joy-Packed Funk Odyssey With “Before The Magic Has Gone” on Manu Chevalier Presents Planet Groove From Marseille
- STAFF
- May 22
- 4 min read
Updated: May 27
By: Staff
An electrifying, groove-soaked knockout that cements Manu Chevalier as a master of modern disco-funk.
Manu Chevalier just released music and delivers a knockout collection of tracks that push disco funk to thrilling new heights. On Manu Chevalier Presents Planet Groove From Marseille, the genre-blending maestro brings a roster of magnetic vocalists and jumps into the mix himself, not only on background vocals but with the saxophone flourishes and rhythmic command that have become his signature. This album doesn’t just ride a groove; it launches into orbit.
It’s fitting that the vibe is so interstellar because the official VEVO video for “Before the Magic Has Gone ft. Mason Blu” feels like a sci-fi soul party. The intro hits hard with crisp, punchy beats that recall the slickest moments of modern R&B, and they’re joined by twinkling synths that keep the mood sky-high. What really seals it is the visual pairing: rocket ship imagery and vivid space styling that perfectly tee up Mason Blu’s smooth, soaring vocals. The track’s arrangement is tight and versatile, allowing the performance to float from gentle crooning to dynamic “hey hey hey” riffs that practically demand movement. Manu’s instrumental solo is no afterthought either. His saxophone cuts in with laser-sharp clarity, elevating the energy even further. It is a flawless example of how groove and precision can live in perfect harmony. When Manu steps out in his animated avatar and hits those killer dance moves, it’s impossible not to smile. If you’re out to capture that electric, hands-in-the-air moment, this is your anthem.
Following that burst of energy, “Get on the Dance Floor ft. BSki” keeps the tempo pounding and the adrenaline rushing. There’s no mistaking the mission here: to move bodies. The percussion is snappy, kinetic, and undeniable. BSki’s vocals are on-point, fresh, vibrant, and emotionally magnetic. His tone grabs you instantly, and with lyrics like “This is the right place to be / get up and dance with me,” it’s a call to action that’s impossible to ignore. Every layer of this track works to one purpose, which is motion.
Then comes “Get Down and Dance ft. Elay Rook,” which doesn’t bother with subtlety. It dives headfirst into the funk. The piano and beat combo instantly recalls classic Luther-style grooves, and Elay Rook’s entrance locks that comparison in. The vocal swagger and precision here are top tier, and once again, the production is dialed in just right. Every instrument, every rhythm, every note feels like it’s dancing too. There’s something about this track that captures the essence of the entire album. It is euphoric, stylish, and never stands still.
By the time you’ve experienced Manu Chevalier Presents Planet Groove From Marseille, you’ll know exactly what this album is. It is an explosive, joy-packed celebration of rhythm. Manu has created a project that is both technically tight and emotionally exuberant. It’s a full-body experience, crafted not just for listening but for living.
With the incredible lineup of collaborators and Manu’s own electric touch on keys, drums, and of course, sax, this album becomes more than a collection of songs. It is a fully realized musical universe.
There is no other musical project quite like this on the dancefloor right now. Manu Chevalier’s Manu Chevalier Presents Planet Groove From Marseille deserves a prime spot on your party playlist. Probably your morning playlist too, because this is how you kickstart joy.
“Before The Magic Has Gone” from Manu Chevalier Presents Planet Groove From Marseille is an explosive, genre-fusing triumph with unstoppable energy.
Manu Chevalier, the French producer, arranger, and instrumental powerhouse behind Manu Chevalier Presents Planet Groove From Marseille, didn’t take the typical path to center stage. He was raised in Marseille by a family steeped in classical music. Manu began on drums at just ten years old and eventually gravitated toward the saxophone after falling under the spell of jazz legends like Stan Getz. Though his original ambition was to stay behind the scenes as a composer, encouragement from mentors like Shelly Poole and Ricky Wilde, whom he met at the Songwriting Academy, nudged him toward stepping into the spotlight. Another pivotal moment came when he fell under the guidance of Morris Pleasure, who recommended that he release more music.
And now, he is delivering music that blends the technical finesse of a trained musician with the spontaneous joy of a dancefloor savant.
What makes Manu especially compelling is his commitment to vision. He didn’t just write and arrange this project. He played nearly every instrument, programmed and looped the tracks, handled the full mix and mastering process, and recorded the entire thing in his home studio. But even more impressive is that Chevalier also appears on certain background vocals, leaving no stone in the creative process untouched.
His sound pulls from legends like Stevie Wonder, Jamiroquai, and Michael Jackson. It is filtered through his own lens: sleek, funky, and cinematic. He isn’t chasing trends, he is building a sound world of his own.
We’re so excited to have found Manu Chevalier and can’t wait to hear what he cooks up next.
Don’t miss your chance to experience and share “Before The Magic Has Gone” by Manu Chevalier.
