LIT Music Awards Gold - David Laborier

2025

It's Mine

Entrant Company

David Laborier

Category

LIT Music - Best Funk Music

Client's Name

David Laborier

Country / Region:

Luxembourg

"It's Mine" is a bold, guitar-driven instrumental that radiates confidence, swagger, and pure funk energy. From the first downbeat, the track grabs hold with a tight rhythm section—bass and drums locked in a groove that’s equal parts vintage soul and modern funk finesse. Layered atop this rhythmic foundation are multiple guitar parts, each played by David himself, weaving a rich tapestry of tone, texture, and attitude.
The guitars are the undeniable stars here—clean, crunchy, wah-soaked, and rhythmically sharp. They converse, clash, and complement each other in a dynamic interplay that feels like a musical tug-of-war between funk and rock. Whether it’s a slick riff, a syncopated chord stab, or a soaring melodic line, every guitar voice claims its space with purpose. And yet, they never overpower the ensemble—this is a track built on balance and groove.
Adding even more flavor is a punchy horn section that punctuates the arrangement with bursts of brass brilliance. The horns don’t just decorate—they drive. Their syncopated hits and harmonized lines elevate the track, giving it a celebratory, almost cinematic feel.
"It's Mine" is more than a title—it’s a declaration. This is a song that owns its sound unapologetically. It’s a showcase of musical craftsmanship, groove mastery, and a deep love for funk’s expressive power. Whether you're nodding along in your headphones or dancing in your living room, this track demands attention and rewards it with every beat.

Credits

bass
Sebastian 'Schlapbe' Flach
drums
Niels Engel
trumpet
Marc Huynen
saxophone
Pierre Cocq-Amman
trombone
Tim Daemen
recording engineer
Florian Tront
recording engineer
Alfred Huff
mix engineer
David Laborier
mastering engineer
Robert L. Smith
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