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Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsRemembering James Brown/Happy BirthdayOn this episode from the Funk In The Funk Degree archives, John and Roundtabler alumnus Dr. G (George Darden) remember and discuss the impact of James Brown on Funk and Pop music in this revealing episode.2023-05-032h 16Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsNews And Notes 2023John has news for your ears from the Funkisphere in this revealing episode.2023-04-1705 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsRemembering DJ Mike Hall R.I.P.John remembers original Roundtabler, DJ Mike Hall who passed away recently. Here is a repost of a past episode he participated in. Rest In Power Mike Hall2023-02-272h 14
Fashioning Critical TheoryMurray and Ellison on Blues, Memory, Embodiment, and the Origins of TraditionThis podcast is bookended by musical pieces by Arthur Cooper, Malaco Records recording artist and great grandfather of participant and University of Maryland doctoral student Timmy R. Bridgeman.A conversation about Albert Murray's The Hero and the Blues and two essays by Ralph Ellison, "Living with Music" and "Blues People." In this discussion, we explore the relation between Murray's and Ellison's development of blues as a form of thought, life, and expressive culture and ideas of tradition. With particular emphasis on and extension of blues and jazz as "idea emotions" (Ellison), we link their work to ideas...2023-02-1752 min
The Outlaw Nation Podcast Network by John RochaSchmoedown Matches of the Week with Special Guests Chance Ellison and Chandru Dhandapani - TUSAOn this episode of The Ultimate Schmoedown Aftershow, we welcome our special Schmoedown guests Former Teams Champion Chance Ellison and The Former Innergeekdom Champion Chandru Dhandapani. Also, the TUSA crew breaks down the matches of the week: Final Exam (Paul Oyama & Lon Harris) (S.W.A.G.) Vs Lightning Time (Ethan Erwin & Liz Shannon Miller) (The Usual Suspects), Chance Ellison (KOrruption) Vs Moose Haas (The Finstock Exchange), Paul Oyama (S.W.A.G.) Vs Nick Harley (The Stars), Mike Kalinowski (KOrruption) Vs Chandru Dhandapani (S.W.A.G.), JTE (The Finstock Exchange) Vs Chance Ellison (KOrruption).#schmoedown #movietriviaschmoedown #TUSA Remember to LIKE...2021-08-302h 24
Wedge LIVE!Jeremiah Ellison, Minneapolis City Council Member in Ward 5John is joined by Jeremiah Ellison who represents Ward 5 in North Minneapolis. Jeremiah says he's a progressive outlier in a historically low-turnout ward that tends to elects more conservative council members ("we made people feel like it was worth voting" in 2017). We talk about a housing crisis Jeremiah faced early in his first term; the rent control charter amendment (and mayoral veto); public safety ("Long before the past two years Ward 5, and Ward 4, we've had to carry the burden of gun violence in this city"); and the backlash to even having the conversation about creating a department of public...2021-08-241h 14The Outlaw Nation Podcast Network by John RochaTHE ULTIMATE SCHMOEDOWN AFTER SHOW- Schmoedown Matches of the Week with Chance Ellison, Frankie Alvarez, Alex Shashek and SaulOn this episode of The Ultimate Schmoedown Aftershow, we welcome our special guests former champion Chance Ellison, Schmoedown rookie competitor Frankie Alvarez, and Call to Action's own Alex Shashek. Also, the TUSA crew breakdown the matches of the week: John Humphrey (The Quirky Mercs) Vs Saul (The Den), Brother Lomis (The Finstock Exchange) Vs Frankie Alvarez (The Usual Suspects), and Brendan Meyer (The Quirky Mercs) Vs Chance Ellison (KOrruption).#schmoedown #movietriviaschmoedown #TUSA Remember to LIKE this video and SHARE it on your social media. Also, leave a COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE to The Outlaw Nation channel below.If you hav...2021-03-153h 04Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsNews and Notes 2020John runs down all the important events that happened in the Funkisphere in 2020!2020-12-2909 min
Sketchy Conversations With John M Ellison IVGrant OG GarretsonOn today's episode, John talks with multi-instrumentalist and former manager of H.R. of Bad Brains fam, Grant Garretson. We talk about Chucky Sluggo and his new project Sluggo's Revenge, him playing drums with controversial and The Mentors, the Andy Dick incident and...folks this is probably the wildest episode of "Sketchy Conversations with John M. Ellison IV" Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thedcog/?hl=en2020-11-281h 19
Sketchy Conversations With John M Ellison IVTrevor AeonOn the Halloween episode of "Sketchy Conversations with John M. Ellison IV" we chat with wrestler Trevor Aeon. We talk about him getting smartened up, wrestling overseas, the left hand path and other topics.2020-10-311h 01
Sketchy Conversations With John M Ellison IVJared Hassan FolesOn today’s episode of “Sketchy Conversations with John M Ellison IV” I chat with engineer/producer Jared Hassan Foles of Shrine for the Black Madonna, Sweet Fuzzy Itsy Bitsy and owner/founder of his studio World Eater Recordings about old New York, we geek out over engineering stuff and talk about collaborators getting *ahem* comfortable too...check it out folks!2020-09-122h 07Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 114: News and Notes For 2019John has news and notes for 2019.2019-06-2807 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 113: Last Roundtable for 2018John and the fellas recap all the funky news for 2018.2019-05-261h 38
Let's Talk About The WeatherEllison and Borden Amplify Ecological Culture with Design and Landscape ArchitectureContact the show! Aaron M. Ellison is the Senior Research Fellow in Ecology in Harvard’s Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology, Senior Ecologist & Deputy Director at the Harvard Forest, and a semi-professional photographer and writer. He studies the disintegration and reassembly of ecosystems following natural and anthropogenic disturbances; thinks about the relationship between the Dao and the Intermediate Disturbance Hypothesis; reflects on the critical and reactionary stance of Ecology relative to Modernism, blogs as The Unbalanced Ecologist, and tweets as @AMaxEll17. He is the author of A Primer of Ecological Statistics (2004/2012), A Field Guide to the An...2019-02-0934 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 112: Mt. Rushmore of Funk-ClintonJohn talks about the final inductee, George Clinton and why he deserves to be there.2018-04-0805 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 111: Final Roundtable 2017John and the Funky Fellas wrap up all things Funky for 2017.2018-02-211h 28Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 109: News and Notes for 2017John talks about all the funky news events for the year 2017.2018-01-2608 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 108: Uncovered Funk #3John unleashes some more Uncovered Funk on this episode!2017-10-1533 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 107: Uncovered Funk #2John uncovers more funk in this revealing episode.2017-09-2929 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 106: Uncovered FunkJohn brings a new feature to the show, "Uncovered Funk" where he talks about and breaks down B-sides, Alternate Mixes and Deep Cuts from the Funkisphere.2017-09-2128 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 105: Bob Davis VIII Pt.2Bob Davis of soul-patrol.com joins John in the Funkisphere to wrap up their conversation of all things funky for the Summer of 2017.2017-09-0942 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 104: Bob Davis VIII Pt. 1 Summer 2017Bob joins John back in the Funkisphere for his 8th appearance for the Summer of 2017 to talk about all things Funky. 2017-08-3049 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 103: Roundtable Pt. 2 2017John and the fellas wrap up their conversation on all things Funky that occurred during the Summer of 2017.2017-08-2144 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 102: Roundtable Pt. 1 2017John and the funky fellas talk about all things funky that have transpired so far in the year 2017.2017-08-191h 02Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 101: New Orleans FunkJohn talks about the great history and legacy of the genre that emanates from the Crescent City and the artists that put it on the map.2017-08-1653 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 100: It's the 100th Episode! Thanks:)John is in a celebratory mood as Funk In The First Degree hits the 100th episode as he marks this milestone in the Funkisphere! He talks about the podcast, it's inception, and plans for the show moving forward.2017-06-3004 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 99: Bob Davis VII Part 2John and Bob Davis wrap up 2016 in this year's-end episode.2017-05-2943 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 98: Bob Davis VII Pt.1Bob Davis of www.soul-patrol.com rejoins John in the Funkisphere to talk about all things funky in this 2016 wrap up.2017-05-241h 06Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 97: Funky Book Corner: Traveling SoulOn this episode, John talks about and shares his thoughts over a new book about Curtis Mayfield written by his Son, Todd2017-05-0507 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 96: Betty Davis: The CBS Years/RIP Walter "Junie" MorrisonJohn talks about the recent issue of previously unreleased Betty Davis recordings during her brief stint at CBS from the late 60's and commentary about the late Walter "Junie" Morrison in this enlightening episode.2017-04-1216 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 95: Mt Rushmore of Funk/Sly StoneSly Stone is the latest inductee to the Mt. Rushmore of Funk. John tells us why in this exciting episode!2017-01-2814 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 94: Mini Roundtable Remembers Bernie WorrellJohn, Keith, Bo remember the "Wizard of Woo" Bernie Worrell in this episode.2017-01-0749 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 93: Final Roundtable for 2016John and the fellas Keith, Bo, and the returning Lindsey Robinson wrap up 2016 in the Funkisphere in this year end episode.2016-12-301h 39Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 92: Happy Funkin Holidays IIJohn has some more Holiday funk for your listening pleasure.2016-12-2529 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 91: Final News and Notes for 2016 John runs down his final news and notes to wrap up the year 2016.2016-12-2311 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 90: John's Last Funky Five for 2016John runs down his last funky five for the end of the year 2016.2016-12-1612 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 89: Rest in Peace Bernie WorrellJohn remembers the "Wizard of Woo" Bernie Worrell in this special episode.2016-10-2221 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 88: Bob Davis VIJohn talks to Bob Davis of Soul-Patrol.com from the summer of 2016. They talk about all that has transpired from the Funkisphere at that time.2016-10-141h 34Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 87: News and Notes 2016John has news and notes from the Funkisphere for 2016.2016-10-0715 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 85: A Prince Passes AwayThe Funkisphere is still mourning the loss of his Purple Badness, Prince who passed away. John shares some of his thoughts about the icon and his legacy.2016-09-1708 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 84: Maurice White RIPJohn talks about Maurice White founder, and leader of the supergroup Earth, Wind and Fire and his influence on the Funkisphere.2016-04-0814 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 83: R.I.P. Blowfly, Funky Book Corner IV/Rick JamesJohn remembers comedian, bawdy rapper Blowfly who passed away recently and goes back to the funky book corner with a revie of Rick James memoir "Confessions of a Super Freak" on this episode.2016-03-2020 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 82: Allen ToussaintJohn talks about Songwriter,Producer,Music Legend Allen Toussaint who passed away recently in this revealing episode.2015-12-3107 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 79: Sly Stone @ The Fillmore East 1968
John talks about the latest CBS release of Sly & The Family Stone at the Fillmore in 1968.2015-11-1906 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 78: Funky News and NotesJohn has news and notes from the Funkisphere!2015-11-0808 min
Good Day, Sir! Show, a Salesforce PodcastHomo NimbusIn this episode, we discuss Salesforce's ever growing real-estate needs, Salesforce Ventures, dealing with updates to PaaS environments, Larry Ellison's keynote from Oracle OpenWorld 2015, the value of the AppExchange to Salesforce, the confusion around Lightning and Skuid, and how JavaScript is more popular than ever.Salesforce — not a VC firm — is now the top investor in one of the hottest tech industriesLarry Ellison Keynote Speech at Oracle OpenWorld 2015 - Part 1Larry Ellison Keynote Speech at Oracle OpenWorld 2015 – Part 2Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff had a great response to his old boss and rival Larry Ellison's keynote
2015-10-291h 19Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 76: Stozo The ClownJohn talks to Cartoonist, Illustrator, Musician and Songwriter, "Stozo The Clown" He and this ,"Funkster" talk about his work with George Clinton, The Horny Horns, Fuzzy Haskins and other Funk related projects in this revealing episode.2015-10-241h 05Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 75: John's Last Funky FiveJohn talks about seeing Kool and the Gang and Chaka Khan and runs down his last "Funky Five".2015-10-1009 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 74: Mini Roundtable IIJohn welcomes back Keith and new roundtabler,
Wilmon "Bo" Fridie as they discuss the latest
happenings in the Funkisphere.2015-06-1146 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 73: Mt. Rushmore Of Funk/Ray CharlesOn this episode John talks about the latest entry to the Mt. Rushmore of Funk,
The Genius, Ray Charles and his accomplishments.
John also shares obits about Ben E King, B.B. King
and a note about the unexpected passing of Bassist, Louis Johnson
of the Brothers Johnson fame2015-05-2606 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsFIFD Episode 72: Mt. Rushmore Of Funk/JBOn this episode, John reveals the first inductee on the Mt Rushmore of Funk.
He also has some Sly and The Family Stone news and comments on the
ruling over the recent hit song, "Blurred Lines".2015-04-1105 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 71: Manuel "Manny" KelloughJohn talks to Drummer "extraordinaire" Manuel The "Deacon" Kellough.
He shares with us his amazing journey from playing
with Billy Preston, Ray Charles, Graham Central Station
to his current musical projects.
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2015-03-2847 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 70: Neftaili Santiago Pt.2John wraps up his conversation with Neftaili Santiago
former Drummerfor the group Mandrill.
Neftaili has more stories about the
band, and discusses his current projects.2015-03-2453 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 69: Neftali SantiagoOn part one of this episode, John talks to Drummer Neftali Santiago
formally of the group, Mandrill.
We learn about Neftali's roots in music, and how he joined the band.2015-03-031h 12Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 68: Your Mt. Rushmore Of Funk Is??2015-02-2406 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 67: The Funkiest Year on Radio Was??On this episode, John takes a look back at the word "Funk"
how the medium of Radio finally accepted it and
how it eventually joined the lexicon of society and culture.2015-02-1605 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 66: The Latest Funky FiveJohn runs down has latest Funky 5 for 2015!
2015-02-0807 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 65: Roundtable III Pt. 2 Wrap Up/Sly Stone News
John and the Funky Fellas, Dr.G, Keith Allen, and DJ Mike Hall,
wrap up all that was funky in the year 2014.
John also reports on Sly Stone
winning his multi-million dollar law suit
from his former Manager and his former Music Attorney.
2015-02-0555 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 64: The Roundtable III Pt.1
John and the fellas, Dr.G, Keith Allen, and DJ Mike Hall look back at some of the Funky events of 2014. They also review the group Cameo's recent concert performance here in the DMV and much more.2015-01-251h 28Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 63: Bruno Mars--The Next Funk Star?
The song "Uptown Funk" featuring Bruno Mars has found it's way to the Funkisphere. John shares his thoughts and poses a question to you for your feedback in this intriguing episode.2015-01-1804 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 62: Music Review--Prince "Art Offical Age"The Artist, Prince, is back on Warner Brothers
and has released his latest effort, "Art Official Age."
John shares his thoughts on Prince's latest offering
in this illuminating episode.
2015-01-1107 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 61: Bob Davis Year End Wrap Up, 2014 EditionBob Davis of www.soul-patrol.com joins John in the FIFD Universe for a year end review of newsworthy events of this past year, 2014.2015-01-011h 28Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 60: Funky Flicks - Get On UpJohn shares his thoughts on "Get On Up" the James Brown bio-pic that came out earlier this year. He's (John) always fascinated by the recurring interest in JB but, is more intrigued by the treatment of his music by his former record label, Polydor.2014-12-2809 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 59: GC comes to DMV
Funk dudes John and Dr. G see Funk Icon George Clinton at a private invitation only event in DC as GC promotes is Memoir, "Brothas Be, Yo Like George, Ain't That Funkin' Kinda Hard on You?" Clinton is interviewed on stage, finds out more about his family linage, signs copies of his book, takes pics with his fans, and fields questions from the audience.
2014-12-0818 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 58: Patryce Choclet Banks Pt.2John wraps up a fascinating conversation with Funk Diva/Icon Patryce “Choclet” Banksto conclude this memorable episode!2014-08-211h 22Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 57: Patryce "Choclet" Banks, Part 1In this the first part of a great conversation, John talks to the Icon/Diva, Patryce Choclet Banks. They talk about her beginnings, and her early life's journey, and entertaining stories as she entered the "Funkisphere" ! 2014-07-2633 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 56: Sly and The Family Stone Multitrack Flashback
John uncovers a fascinating video of Sly and the Family Sone in the Studio listening to the classic track, "Family Affair" John shares his thoughts and why you should see and enjoy this video.2014-07-2111 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsRIP Bobby Womack 1944-2014, Your feedback is appreciatedSoul/Funk legend Bobby Womack passed away recently John's is looking for your feedback to include shout outs and your stories as we pay homage to this great music icon in an upcoming episode.2014-07-0602 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 55: Roundtable IIJohn and Funk-dudes Keith, Dr. G, and the returning DJ Mike Hall are back together for another funky, entertaining, and enlightening episode.2014-06-2852 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 54:Funky DVD Corner/Prince back with Warner BrothersJohn is back (finally) with a new episode! He returns to the Funky DVD Corner and shares the real reason that may have brought Prince and Warner Brothers back together.2014-06-1110 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 53: Funky Book CornerJohn returns to the funky book corner to share with you what he's been reading lately and maybe you should too.2014-03-3106 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 51: Happy Birthday Sly Stone
John celebrates the birthday of one of his musical heroes, Sly Stone, in the Funkisphere!
2014-03-1629 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 49: What Does A Funky Producer Do?In this episode, John explains what a Producer of Funky Music does and details the setlement between the Estate of the late Marvin Gaye and Robin Thicke over Mr. Thicke's mega hit," Blurred Lines."2014-03-0606 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEPISODE 47: FUNKY FIVEJohn gives you his last FUNKY FIVE!
2014-02-0306 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 45: GREG BOYERJohn talks to talented trombonist and multi-instrumentalist Greg Boyer. They talk about Greg's career and current projects.2014-01-181h 13
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode:44 BOB DAVIS 2013 WRAP-UP Pt.2In part two, John and Bob Davis talk about and comment on the events that transpired onwww.Soul-Patrol.com and in the Funkisphere for 2013.2014-01-1237 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 43: BOB DAVIS 2013 WRAP-UP Pt.1In part one of a two-part conversation, John and Bob Davis talk about and comment on the events that transpired on www.Soul-Patrol.com and in the Funkisphere for 2013.2014-01-0400 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 42: Happy Funkin' HolidaysJohn plays some of his funky favorites for the holiday season.2013-12-2328 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 41:MINI-ROUNDRABLE WRAP-UP 2013John and Funk-dudes Dr.G, and Keith Allen talk about the highlights and other events that transpired in the Funkisphere for 2013 2013-12-2126 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 40: 40 FUNKY FIVE/FUNKY DVD FOR 2013John runs down his last Funky Five CD's he's been listening to and a classic DVD he's checked out recently2013-12-1408 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEPISODE 39:JEROME BRAILEY/MUTINY Pt.2John wraps up his conversation with Rock and Roll Hall Of Inductee Jerome "Big Foot" Brailey as he shares great stories about his career, more tales about Parliament-Funkadelic, and his new music.2013-12-0748 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 38: Jerome Brailey/Mutiny Pt. 1
John talks to Rock and Roll Hall Of Inductee Jerome "Big Foot" Brailey about his career, his tenure with Parliament-Funkadelic, and his new music.
2013-11-3029 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 37: ROD LUMPKINJohn talks to 'go-to' keyboardist Rod Lumpkin, who has played with Hamiliton Bohannon and Michael Henderson. Mr. Lumpkin talks about his career, his faith and working with Bohannon in the studio and Bohannon's upcoming performances at BB King's in NYC and the Howard Theatre in Washington, DC in March 2014.2013-11-2251 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 34: Bob Davis Returns, Part 2Bob Davis of Soul-Patrol.com is back in the FIFD Universe to wrap up another thought provoking conversation with John in the Funkisphere!2013-11-0335 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 32: "HIGHER" Sly and The Family Stone When John heard through the Funkisphere about this release, he couldn't wait to get it. He shares his thoughts with you on why you should have this release in your collection. 2013-10-0505 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 31: Mini RoundtableJohn and funk-dudes Dr. G and Keith Allen catch up on what's been happening since they last convened in the Funkisphere.2013-09-0840 minFunk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 30: Thanks :)John's back and the site is back up after the FIFD site was "hacked" recently. Earlier episodes are being reposted over time. John teases what to come in upcoming episodes and where to go should the FIFD site go down again temporarily.2013-09-0303 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 29: Bob Davis Returns, Pt. 1Bob Davis of www.Soul-Patrol.com and John catch up and discuss what's been happening in their respective worlds from Bob's last appearance.2013-07-271h 00
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 28: Sly Re-ImaginedJohn talks to Keyboardist/Producer Jason Miles and his latest project Global Noise as they re-visit and interpret the music of Sly and The Family Stone. Keep up with Jason Miles at www.JasonMiles.com2013-07-1253 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 27: The Last Gypsy Billy Cox & MoreJohn shares his delight in seeing Billy Cox, the last surviving member of the Jimi Hendrix Bands, your listener feedback, and a upcoming feature coming to the site...
For more info on Billy Coz, visit his website www.BassistBillyCox.com ‘Like’ us on FACEBOOK! Facebook.com/FunkInTheFirstDegree2013-06-2910 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 26 Last Funky 5, Billy Cox+SlyIn this episode John runs down his last Funky Five, his excitement that Billy Cox the last Bassist of Jimi Hendrix's Band Of Gypsy's/Experience fame comes to DC to perform live, and news of a new Sly & The Family Stone compilation that has him excited!2013-06-2409 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 25: Happy Birthday, James Brown part 2
In part two of a two part episode, John and Dr. G talk about and remember the legacy of the Icon, James Brown as they celebrate what would be his 80th birthday They share stories of their encounter with Mr Brown, and other musicians that have played with JB, and recall the final years of his music and his life.2013-06-121h 06
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 24: Happy Birthday James Brown, Part 1
*This is an updated file of original post of 6/1/2013..Enjoy! Thanks
In part one of a two part episode, John and Dr. G talk about and remember the legacy of the Icon, James Brown as they celebrate what would be his 80th birthday They speak of Mr Brown's importance and influence as an Artist and Activist in Black and Mainstream Pop Culture.
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Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 23: Funky FlicksJohn shares with you the latest Funky Flicks he's been watching, plus your listener feedback.2013-05-1630 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 22: Shuggie + RIP Boogie
John reviews the double CD from Shuggie Otis, the reclusive genius who is touring to promote his newest, but previously unreleased music and also remembers Cordell :"Boogie" Mosson legendary Bassist/Guitarist for P-Funk who recently passed away. Here's a link to the new Funkadelic single, "The Nas" featuring Sly Stone in a prominent role. The single is available at www.georgeclinton.com for purchase.
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Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 21: Dis & Dat
John's pretty funked up over the release and upcoming performance of reclusive genius Shuggie Otis, who has a double CD to include of his classic, "Inspiration/Information and new release Wings Of Love. Shuggie also comes to DC this weekend at the iconic Howard Theatre. He shares with you what he looks forward to and some other events that are happening in the Funkisphere..
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Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 20: FUNKY THANGS! John really Funks out on this episode. John reveals his last Funky Five, a new book in the Funky Book Corner, a new feature and video in the Funky Video Corner...Check it out! ‘Like’ us on FACEBOOK! Facebook.com/FunkInTheFirstDegree2013-04-1009 min
Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 19: Jimi and Teena
John talks about the new posthumous releases from Jimi Hendrix, Teena Marie and a new Japanese CD issue of Jimmy Castor's Supersoundrelease.
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Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 18: Bob Davis, Part 2
John continues his revealing conversation with Bob Davis of Soul-Patrol.comwhere they talk about the politics of the RRHOF, Race, and the further evolution of Soul Patrol.
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Funk in the First Degree - Funk Music Talk and InterviewsEpisode 17: Bob Davis, Part 1
Bob Davis of Soul-Patrol.com
John talks to Bob Davis publisher, and co-owner of Soul-Patrol.com. Bob was at the vanguard in creating a website/hub that is focused and dedicated to "our culture" and in telling "our story". It's the first part of a two part conversation.
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