funk
music genre that emerged in the 1960s, blending soul, jazz, and R&B, known for its syncopated basslines, groovy rhythms, and danceable energy
918 artists in the catalog.
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Mocky
jazz, pop music
Aki Sirkesalo
Tawiah
soul
Ari Herstand
folk music
Ida Kristine Nielsen
soul
Brian Jackson
jazz
marsh dondurma
jazz, traditional folk music
Donnie McClurkin
gospel music
Parlet
Vee Mampeezy
house music, kwaito
Mass Production
Pockets
soul
Blue Feather
Osaka Monaurail
D. J. Rogers
dance music, disco
Bushwalla
About funk
What is funk?
music genre that emerged in the 1960s, blending soul, jazz, and R&B, known for its syncopated basslines, groovy rhythms, and danceable energy
Where should I start with funk?
Start with "Atavista" by Donald Glover. It captures what makes funk worth exploring.
What are the best funk albums?
The funk albums worth hearing first: "Atavista" by Donald Glover, "3.15.20" by Donald Glover, "Takin' Off" by Herbie Hancock, "III" by Take That and "The Circus" by Take That.
How many funk artists are there?
northsound.fm covers 918 funk artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.