The Funk Foundation

Songs about tough times & pump up anthems to ease those lockdown blues. Jason also takes to the deck with a 20 minute mix of soulful songs about strength. Funky beats from every era, its got to be the Funk Foundation.  Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Monophonic’s - Last One Standing Fat Boy Slim - Right...

A very odd mix of tunes from Hip Hop to Soul, Funk to Indie Dance. This episode takes FIFA anthems, Grime experiments, Disco influenced indie & a handful of classic edits & originals to make a wide stretching lineup of songs, all of which grew from - in some form or another - a Funk foundation. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=I...

An hour of anthems & biggies. This episode Jason packs the show with some of his all-time favourites, rare gems & disco delights. .. . . . . and declares his love for Barry White.  Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Fat Larrys Band - Act Like You Know Barry White - let The Music Play Jackie Moore -...

Keep it sample is back for this episode, three tunes sampled by famous House songs but can you guess them all? Piano House new & old as well as some Disco gems & Funky Favourites.  More from Jason Marx: https://podlink.to/ListenToJasonMarx War - Low Rider KC & The Sunshine Band - Get Down Tonight Bruno Mars - Treasure Junior Senior - Move Your Feet Evelyn Champagne King - Love Com...

Its all about that Funk lineage - some originals, some reworks, all Funky. 00’s cut ups, Paradise Garage grooves & new Disco cuts that usual mixed bag from the most eclectic Funk & Soul podcast out there.  More from Jason Marx: https://podlink.to/ListenToJasonMarx Fat Boy Slim - Weapon Of Choice  Mr Scruff - Keep Moving  Felix Da House Cat - Sinnerman Linda Clifford - Shoot...

Funky Hip-Hop cuts from across the decades, groove drizzled love songs & euphoric Disco. The usual mix of Funk derived wonders one would expect from the Funk Foundation. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7 More from Jason Marx: https://podlink.to/ListenToJasonMarx Kool & The Gang - Hollywood Swinging Kid Creole - Stool Pidgeon Dj Kool...

An anthem packed show with selections spanning the full spectrum of Funk & Soul’s derivatives - as you might expect from your favourite Eclectic Funk show.  Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=JiFB7gHzRrOurMoNNDOzYg More from Jason Marx https://podlink.to/ListenToJasonMarx?fbclid=IwAR0ubfGiQ4isl9hrUvQ7oi1_20xdy6g-ddd7wpAR_qfgioagI...

Amidst the usual line up of eclectic Funky delights, Jason jumps on the decks for some quick fire 90’s R&B & we find out the story behind “Rappers Delight”. Expect ……everything cause this episode is (in true Funk Foundation style) a true mash up of Genres. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ  More from J...

This weeks instalment of your favourite Funky Podcast is an island hopper of genres R&B, Disco, House & Hip Hop - old & new but all in their own way a bit Funky. Jason also plays one of his all time favourite records from an artist you wouldn’t expect to find on a show that champions Funk & Soul. Tunes from an array of genres & eras, it can only be The Funk Foundation.  Sp...

Halloween is pretty repetitive so this episode Jason digs deep into the decades to load the playlist with goulish grooves from every Funk infused genre you could think of! A fresh look at Halloween - If you're after some frightful Funk to get you in the spirit of the season you've come to the right place. Halloween Spotify Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5WqZuQXK7SZqH8aC3C4YCA?si=VHaofK...

Jason discovers another of Jocelyn Browns old bands, dips into Drakes soulful side & shares one of his funky battle weapons. This episode is about slow grooves, throbbing funk & House! Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Gwen Guthrie - Nothing Going On Bu The Rent Mantronix - Gotta Have Your Love Drake - Goin...

Four to the floor beats & Funky synth baselines, this episode leans more over to the nostalgic sound of Post Disco & early House. Some cuts from those glory days & others that sound similar from a range of different eras. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ S.O.S Band - Take Your Time Do It Right Ritchie...

A spectral exploration of Funky cuts from across the decades, expect 60's soul, 70's Funk, 80's Hip Hop, 90's Garage, 00's UK Funky & Hedkandi Anthems as well as some Nu Soul. Jason even throws in a quick mini mix to top off the show. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Etta James - I Just Wanna Make Love to you...

Jason hops through the eras touching on the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s & the present day taking on Disco, Funk, Modern Soul & finishing off with a Funky House mix of past & present bangers. Your House trivia also gets a testing with three original samples but what are they? Carl Carlton - Mama Jamma Thelma Houston - I Dont Know Why I Love You Beyonce - Why Dont You Love Me Gnarles Barkley - Smil...

An inclusive selection of Funk infused cuts from the worlds of Disco, Hip Hop & Electronic Funk. Mainly focused around Synth instrumentals with the odd gem, this New York heavy playlist is an eclectic selection of groovy goodies. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ 50 Cent - Disco inferno Grand Master Flash - The...

This episode Jason takes a look at some of the tributary influences kicking around as Funk was first gestating. More of a reductive approach to "Funk" this episode encompasses the eclectic mix of sounds that flowed through the 60's & takes a look at the various youth cultures of the time. Sprinkled in between Jason also selects a number of modern interpretations of those sounds. Spotify Playli...

A mixed bag of cuts from 90's Manchester, to Disco & into soul Soul, sprinkled with modern day selections with a similar sound. The whole episode is intertwined with facts about each scene for all those train spotters out there. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Stone Roses - Fools Gold The Farm - Stepping Ston...

The Clash rapping about Budgies, Indian influenced chill hop, a Yorkshire bands song about Terracotta frogs, 80's feminist Hip Hop & some Funky retro groove dripping in neon. Best to listen if you want to make sense of all that. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Rene & Angella - Ill Be Good The Meters - Ain...

30 minutes of soulful celebratory house bangers.  Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ

A true mash up of styles all Funky influencers, derivatives or sonic cousins. This episode is an eclectic mix that wouldn't necessarily be on most Funk fans definitives lists but definitely shines a light in those grey areas that Funky fans may share with other genres. A Tribe Called Quest - Can I Kick It Public Enemy - Harder Than You Think Aerosmith Vs Run Dmc - Walk This Way Led Zeppelin - A Wh...

Disco gems, Soulful grooves & blistering Funk, this episodes eclectic selection is packed full of bangers, be it old school gems, well respected remixes, original samples or fresh modern cuts. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Inner City - Aint No Mountain High Enough Patrice Rushen - Haven't You Heard Sister S...

A truly mixed bag of Funk derived cuts garnished by a sprinkling of modern soul trail blazers. A smooth starting episode that slowly builds the tempo, from R&B & Soul to Rap & Funk then onto Disco & Nu Soul. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Erika Badu - Bag Lady Durand Jones & The Indications -...

Hand picked cuts with soulful stories of struggle ladened with blazing horns & break beats!  Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Beyonce - Freedom Edwin Starr - War KRS One - Sound Of the Police The Gorillaz - Rock The House Gil Scott Heron - The Bottle Marvin Gaye - Inner City Blues (Peo Edit) Change - Glow...

A very eclectic episode jumping from, relaxed British hip hop to 2 tone ska to Funk to Disco. Expect the unexpected.  Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Just Jack - Writers Block Outkast - Millionaire Madness - Embarrassment Toots & the metals - 54-46 was my number Groove Armada - Superstylin The Wiseguys -...

A Funky fantasia of dreamy introspection. DAYUM DAYUM DAMN DAMN! Psychedelic Rock to Funk into electronica & onto the hazy days of acid house. Spotify Playlist (Updated Monthly) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1zu6KYRKPebNhJogfLZWf7?si=IJG7N_aTROepkQ98sfsceQ Tame Impala - Elephant Jimi Hendrix - All Along The Watch Tower Locksmith - Far Beyond Parliament - P-Funk Outkast - spottieottiedopali...