Where to Start with funk
music genre that emerged in the 1960s, blending soul, jazz, and R&B, known for its syncopated basslines, groovy rhythms, and danceable energy
917 artists
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Atavista
Donald Glover · 2024
Best funk Albums to Start With
funk Artists
Tower of Power
Marcus Miller
jazz, jazz fusion
Redman
East Coast hip-hop, hardcore hip-hop
Al Jarreau
jazz, rhythm and blues
Lukas Graham
pop music, pop rock
Yannick Noah
pop music
Mario Biondi
pop music
Stanley Clarke
contemporary R&B, jazz
Parliament
doo-wop
Stevie Ray Vaughan
blues, blues rock
Billy Ocean
pop music, rhythm and blues
Sheila E.
Latin jazz
The Roots
alternative hip-hop, alternative rock
Matthieu Chedid
chanson, rock music
Bridgit Mendler
contemporary R&B, pop music
Fun Lovin' Criminals
alternative hip-hop, alternative rock
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 917 funk artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.
