As funk music evolved in 1969, the genre continued its blend of R&B, soul, jazz, and blues. But instead of emphasizing chord changes and melody, funk accentuated heavily syncopated beats and rhythmic ...

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – One doesn’t have to live in Dayton for long to learn that there’s funk within the city’s roots. Between the Funk Music Hall of Fame & Exhibition Center (also known as the Funk ...

Editor's note: Portions of this story are being reprinted with permission of the Ocala Gazette and the article's author, Susan Smiley-Height. Dory Funk, Jr., a larger-than-life character in the rings ...

KINSTON, N.C. (WITN) - Funk music is unifying in many ways – not only because it brings together several musical genres to create a unique sound, but also because of its ability to unite people. This ...

"Symphonic P-Funk” felt authentic and well-meaning. It was a fun, unconventional, triumphant way to celebrate Clinton and his legacy in Detroit. Adding to the occasion were several high-profile guests ...

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – The funk music capital of the world is right here in the Miami Valley. It’s a musical style dating back more than 60 years, blending pieces of several different genres to create ...

George Clinton, widely hailed as the Godfather of Funk, isn’t resting on his laurels at 84. Instead, the outlandish octogenarian and his massive band of funkateers are still packing houses nationwide ...

Percussionist R. Tiki Fullwood extended the invitation for Hampton to come to Detroit, where Funkadelic was recording its 1975 album “Let’s Take It to the Stage.” Without much fanfare Hampton became ...

*Speculation surrounding Hot 97’s morning lineup intensified after the sudden cancellation of “Ebro in the Morning,” but Funk Flex has made it clear he is not stepping into the role permanently. The ...

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He’s played it a million times, but Grand Funk Railroad’s Don Brewer never tires of performing “We’re an American Band.” The rowdy former No. 1 hit always draws a reaction. “I get a charge when I see ...