I am a big Jimmy Smith Fan. The funkiest I own is 'Root Down'. The title track was actually covered by the Beastie Boys and funked out even further. I also love 'The Dynamic Duo Jimmy Smith and Wes Montgomery'. Another one funky as hell! I would love to hear others!!
A new trio out that is B3 based are called 'Soulive'. I have seen them many times at clubs. They are becoming very popular. Like "Medeski Martin and Wood" (another fairly recent funky jazz trio) they have started incorporating DJ's in their music that mix in beats and jazz samples. While is usually is quite amazing the concept is getting old and played out.
A new trio out that is B3 based are called 'Soulive'. I have seen them many times at clubs. They are becoming very popular. Like "Medeski Martin and Wood" (another fairly recent funky jazz trio) they have started incorporating DJ's in their music that mix in beats and jazz samples. While is usually is quite amazing the concept is getting old and played out.