“Won’t you take me to Funkytown?”
~One Hit Wonders Lipps Inc., 1980
We sure will! It’s not 1980 anymore but inspired thoughts of Funkytown linger on in the music of today. Right here, for your listening and booty shakin’ pleasure, is a playlist of some of our favorite funk-infused tracks currently in rotation on OurStage. They’re sure to keep you groovin’ with some energy.
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Ah yes, Memorial Day weekend – act one in the trilogy of big summer barbecues. While the 4th of July and Labor Day get most of the glory, Memorial Day offers you that first taste of summer. Whether you’re sitting in traffic while heading to the beach or swatting at mosquitoes in your backyard you’re probably going to need a soundtrack. What better way to accompany burgers and brews than with a playlist featuring some of the funkiest tracks on OurStage? Be sure to check out this video of “Tha BBQ” by DK aka Wayne Watts from his album Tha Firelane Project. Bring on the potato salad!
