P BS’s Independent Lens series tackles the history and cultural impact of funk music in its latest 90-minute documentary, We ...

Funk music started to emerge in black American communities ... Duran and Talking Heads had distinctive funk elements, as did pop artists like Michael Jackson. While losing its commercial edge ...

His music, characterized by smooth melodies, detailed harmonies, and influences from jazz, funk, and AOR (Album-Oriented Rock), played a crucial role in shaping the City Pop genre. Taeko Ohnuki is ...

A new documentary examines the golden age of funk music, when large, often interracial bands lay down syncopated grooves that packed dance floors. John Blake says that today’s pop music, largely ...

But on Thursday, Feb. 20, the after hours event doubled as a kick-off for the 32nd annual Noise Pop Festival, complete with a headlining set by Southern California funk star Dam-Funk. Funk music ...

‘WE WANT THE FUNK!’ explores the lifespan of the genre and features interviews with George Clinton, Kirk Franklin, Questlove, David Byrnem, and more.

We wanted it to be funky. We wanted it to reflect the funk." With co-director and co-producer Nicole London, Nelson crafted a ...

Learn about the lyrics and meaning of Taylor Swift’s 'Style,' a sleek pop anthem about irresistible attraction, emotional tension, and timeless connection.

And a new documentary from PBS — “We Want the Funk!”— serves as a timely demonstration of how artistic moments and political ...

Today’s charts are dominated by plastic dance pop that feels like it’s been assembled by an AI bot. I can’t help but wonder: Why did funk music lose its popularity? And did we lose something ...