The foundations of funk were laid down in the mid-1960s, when James Brown began to emphasize the first beat of each measure in his stage-tested and frenzy-inducing R&B songs. Before the decade’s end, ...

“Superstition” by Wonder is one of the greatest funk songs ever. Released in 1972, it has an unforgettable groove, catchy rhythm, and energetic vibe. The funky clavinet riff is instantly recognizable.

These funk songs from the 1970s will make you feel a little better about whatever tough circumstances you're dealing with.

In 1980, Zapp released "More Bounce to the Ounce," and the tune changed the game for funk music. The hit, ranked the best funk song of all time by Billboard, ended up not only becoming an iconic and ...

If you're a music fan, one record that immediately pops into your head as a true classic that can put you in a good mood at any time, has to be the legendary Earth, Wind & Fire's "Shining Star." The ...

In 1980, Zapp released "More Bounce to the Ounce," and the tune changed the game for funk music. The song became a commercial breakthrough, reaching No. 2 on Billboard's Hot Soul Singles chart (now ...