Finding the Funk (2014)

"Finding the Funk" is an enthralling musical journey, a rhythmic road trip that explores the pulsating past, present, and future of Funk music. Embarking from the genre's roots in Jazz and the groundbreaking James Brown bands of the '60s, it takes the viewer on an immersive voyage that celebrates the vibrant evolution of this soulful genre. The journey commences in the picturesque Bay Area, home to the influential Sly & the Family Stone. We then traverse to the heartland of Dayton, the birthplace of numerous Funk pioneers who crafted the genre's distinct sound. The trip then veers to Detroit, rising from the ashes of Motown, where the legendary P-Funk's Mothership took flight, paving the way for a new era in Funk music. The voyage doesn’t end there, as it moves west to the sun-kissed streets of Los Angeles, where a fresh generation of musicians are making their mark on Funk's rich tapestry. Throughout this exploration, the narrative interweaves interviews with Funk legends such as Sly Stone, Bootsy Collins, George Clinton, Nona Hendryx, Maceo Parker, Bernie Worrell, and Steve Arrington, as well as their descendants Mike D, D'Angelo, Sheila E, Shock G, and Sade's Stuart Matthewman, who continue to shape the genre's dynamic landscape. Narrated by the eloquent Ahmir 'Questlove' Thompson of the Roots, "Finding the Funk" is a captivating homage to the enduring legacy and vibrant future of Funk music, resonating with passion, rhythm, and soul - a must-watch for any music enthusiast.

Finding the Funk is a documentary movie.

It is possible to buy Finding the Funk on Amazon Video.