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, ...

“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.

When we hear modern music echoing the 1970s, we often describe it as retro. But pulling classic sounds into a new era is easier when the music you borrow from is groundbreaking funk. Funk and soul ...

These funk rock songs can broaden your listening palette if you normally shy away from this kind of music. You'll become an ...

(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 ...

Billboard is celebrating the 2010s with essays on the 100 songs that we feel most define the decade that was -- the songs that both shaped and reflected the music and culture of the period -- with… By ...

That high-pitched synth lead that goes "peep." If you have ever listened to 90s West Coast hip-hop even once, I think that ...

Dancer and street performer Renatta Prado writes about the pain and the delight of her profession, Aug. 12, 2022. Renatta Prado RIO DE JANEIRO — Women made and continue to make history in Brazilian ...