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Funk Machine

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September by Earth, Wind & Fire — cover art

Welcome to the 'Funk Machine' issue, where the beats are infectious, and the grooves are irresistible. Picture a smoky club, vibrant with the energy of flared pants and platform shoes, as horns blast and basslines bounce. This was the sound of a generation, a joyful rebellion that turned dance floors into sacred spaces. From the electrifying performances of James Brown to the cosmic journeys of Parliament, funk was a celebration of life, love, and liberation. It was music built from the floor up, where every note invited you to join the party. So turn up the volume and let the funk take you higher!

On the playlist

Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine
James Brown
1970
Give Up the Funk (Tear the Roof off the Sucker)
Parliament
1976
Play That Funky Music
Wild Cherry
1976
Jungle Boogie
Kool & the Gang
1973
Flash Light
Parliament
1977
Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)
Sly & the Family Stone
1969
Pick Up the Pieces
Average White Band
1974
Superstition
Stevie Wonder
1972
Papa's Got a Brand New Bag
James Brown
1965

Did you know

  • James Brown's band could turn on a dime because he'd fine them for missing a note.
  • Parliament-Funkadelic literally landed a Mothership on stage every night.

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