Re: Best Funk Songs

On Jun 29, 2:29 am, Jim Carr <newsgro...@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
My roots are in blues and classic rock. I'm in an original alternative
rock band right now. I enjoy it, but I'm finding it a bit stifling doing
just originals.

For my own enjoyment and growth I'd like to be a better funk player. I'd
like some suggestions for what you guys would consider songs that really
capture the essence of funk.

Thanks in advance.

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"Pick up the pieces", Average White band.

The important relevance of that tune is not that the bass shows great
chops. More that it's part of the rhythm section ( obviously) and
together they put out a stripped down seriously in the pocket funk
groove.

The other side of the coin:

"Funk the dumb stuff" Tower of Power. From Monster on a leash.

A T of P track perhaps a little off the beaten path, but Rocco plays a
great line, which is built on some pretty flowery finger funk chops.
I've "borrowed" from that track quite a few times. Actually, while
you're at it, just listen to any T of P.





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