“Superstition” by Wonder is one of the greatest funk songs ever. Released in 1972, it has an unforgettable groove, catchy rhythm, and energetic vibe. The funky clavinet riff is instantly recognizable.

This week’s new music Friday also features Freddie Gibbs, G Herbo, PJ Morton, Rome Streetz, 38 Spesh and Wyclef. 1 day ago These iconic lines from the end of Warren G’s 1994 classic “Regulate” serve ...

A new documentary explores the history and influence of funk music and its connection to Detroit. The Independent Lens documentary “WE WANT THE FUNK!” traces the history and influence of funk music ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) The Gap Band, composed of brothers Charlie, Ronnie, and Robert Wilson, left an indelible mark on funk, R&B, and soul. Known for their electrifying stage presence and infectious ...

The foundations of funk were laid down in the mid-1960s, when James Brown began to emphasize the first beat of each measure in his stage-tested and frenzy-inducing R&B songs. Before the decade’s end, ...

Whereas many classic-rock trios like Cream, the Jimi Hendrix Experience and ZZ Top put bellbottoms on the blues, Grand Funk Railroad goosed R&B to create their own sound. The result was a rep as one ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In 1980, Zapp released "More Bounce to the Ounce," and the tune changed the game for funk music. The song became a commercial ...

Filmmaker Stanley Nelson Jr. had just premiered his 2019 “Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool” at the Sundance Film Festival when, as he was out on the dance floor, the topic of his next film came up. “We ...

This article has been handpicked from the Okayplayer editorial archives and included in our Hip Hop 50 collection as a noteworthy inclusion to the genre's rich and diverse narrative. The article has ...

It's about to get funky. By Big Gigantic Welcome, one and all, to Funkytown. Taking you through 20 years’ worth of funk music — from The Isley Brothers’ “It’s Your Thing” to The Whispers’ “Rock Steady ...