Funkadelic is a band intrinsically woven into the very fabric of funk music, prominently influencing the genre with a blend of psychedelic rock, soul, and rhythm and blues that has resonated across decades. Formed in the late 1960s by George Clinton, Funkadelic, along with its sister band Parliament, became a vehicle for Clinton's unique musical vision and theatricality, breaking boundaries with their surreal album art, outlandish costumes, and conceptually rich performances. They operated under the collective known as Parliament-Funkadelic (or P-Funk), producing a distinctive sound characterized by groovy basslines, intricate guitar work, and social and political lyricism.

Over the years, Funkadelic released a slate of groundbreaking albums, such as "Maggot Brain" and "One Nation Under a Groove," that not only shaped the sound of funk but also touched upon rock and psychedelia. Their influence can be seen across multiple genres and generations of artists, and this enduring appeal is evidenced by their later works. Their release "First Ya Gotta Shake the Gate" in 2014 marked the band's first album in over three decades, serving as a reminder of their lasting legacy. Other releases like "Ain't That Funkin' Kinda Hard on You?" have been remixed and lauded by newer generations, including collaborations with prominent artists like Kendrick Lamar and Ice Cube, demonstrating Funkadelic's timeless and cross-generational impact on the music industry.

Genres

Classic Soul

Funk

Funk Rock

P Funk

Psychedelic Soul

Soul

Related Artists

Earth, Wind & Fire

Parliament

George Clinton

Zapp

Kool & The Gang

The Isley Brothers

Bootsy Collins

The Gap Band

The Meters

Tower Of Power

Prince

The Bar-Kays

Latest Release

Ain't That Funkin' Kinda Hard on You? (We Ain't Neva Gonna Stop Remix) [feat. Kendrick Lamar & Ice Cube] - Single

Funkadelic

Single - Released March 9, 2016