Funk

 

Funk is an American musical style that originated in the mid- to late-1960s when African American musicians blended Soul, Jazz and R&B into a rhythmic,danceable new form. Funk de-emphasizes melody and harmony and brings a strong rhythmic groove grounded in electric bass and drums. Unlike R&B and Soul, which feature many chord changes, Funk songs often feature the vamping of a single chord. Like much of African-inspired music, Funk typically consists of a complex groove with rhythm instruments such as electric guitar, electric bass, Hammond organ, anddrums playing interlocking rhythms. Funk bands also usually have a horn section of several saxophones, trumpets, and in some cases, a trombone, which plays rhythmic “hits.” Important artists include The Meters, The Ohio Players, Kool & The Gang, and The Commodores.

James Brown – Funky Drummer