Episode 6: The Funktionary

Posted on 10/06/2012 by FIFDJohn

John talks to Dr Blynd about his book “The Funktionary” and his other creative pursuits. ‘Like’ us on FACEBOOK! Facebook.com/FunkInTheFirstDegree

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Episode 5: The Shider Brothers

Posted on 09/16/2012 by FIFDJohn

John talks to Marshall and Garrett Shider, sons of the late Gary Shider of Funkadelic. They talk about their fathers legacy, P-Funk, and future plans.

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Episode 4: The Roundtable

Posted on 09/08/2012 by FIFDJohn

John and the fellas discuss the legacy of Chuck Brown, the Sly Stone TV Documentary, Funky Obits, and The Time performing at the legendary Howard Theatre in Washington DC.

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Episode 3: Remembering Chuck Brown

Posted on 09/07/2012 by FIFDJohn

John talks about the Godfather of Go-Go, Mr. Chuck Brown, his legacy, and his impact on the the genre he helped to refine and create.

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Episode 2: Funky Numbers

Posted on 06/21/2012 by FIFDJohn

John explains the numbers and asks for your last “Funky 5.”

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Episode 1: What The Funk Is The Funk?

Posted on 06/10/2012 by FIFDJohn

In the debut episode, your host, John Ellison, talks about his background in Broadcasting, his love for the music known as Funk, the Podcast and what to expect in the future episodes.

He explains the concept of what “Funk” is, its founding Father, and his disciples.

John also talks about James Brown’s “All Time Greatest Hits,” Parliament’s “Mothership Connection” and Sly and The Family Stone “Stand” release.