I wrote recently about some of the most influential artists who brought together punk and funk in their music. It's still quite a thought-provoking and perhaps unexpected fusion of genres.

DJ Funk, the Chicago legend who coined the term "ghetto house," has died. The musician, whose real name was Charles Chambers, was 54. Funk's death was confirmed to PEOPLE by his friend and ...

From the golden age of rap to present day, look at (and listen to) some of the most iconic funk samples ever used in hip-hop, and watch WE WANT THE FUNK! on PBS.

There was also crossover with Motown artists such as The Temptations. From this point, funk began to meld with other established genres, or break off into subgenres. George Clinton and Parliament ...

In 2007, he self-released his first album, Class of 90s, and homage to the classic sound of the 1990s with soul, funk, and R’n’B influences. His 2013 album, Red, however, represents his turn towards ...

Chronicling the history and influence of funk music, PBS Distribution's We Want The Funk! features legendary artists and rare ...

Few artists care about going global, says Mr Morel. That leaves funk (which Brazilians pronounce as “funky”) as the genre that could alter Brazil’s reputation. “We make music to be heard ...