Funk Music Concerts You Won’t Want to Miss

Check out our top picks for the best funk music concerts happening this year. You won’t want to miss these shows!

The Revival of Funk

Funk music was born in the 1960s and became popular in the 1970s. The genre is a mix of African-American music styles such as soul, jazz, and R&B. Funk songs are often based on a single groove or riff and have a catchy melody. The lyrics are usually about dancing, partying, and having a good time.

Funk went out of fashion in the 1980s, but it has been making a comeback in recent years. There are now funk festivals held all over the world, and many modern musicians have been influenced by the genre. If you’re a fan of funk music, here are some concerts you won’t want to miss.

The Revival of Funk
Funk music was born in the 1960s and became popular in the 1970s. The genre is a mix of African-American music styles such as soul, jazz, and R&B. Funk songs are often based on a single groove or riff and have a catchy melody. The lyrics are usually about dancing, partying, and having a good time.

Funk went out of fashion in the 1980s, but it has been making a comeback in recent years. There are now funk festivals held all over the world, and many modern musicians have been influenced by the genre. If you’re a fan of funk music, here are some concerts you won’t want to miss.

Dates: March 1-3
Location: Detroit, MI
Artists: George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic, Bootsy Collins, Bootsy’s New Rubber Band

The Best Funk Bands of the Moment

Funk music has been making a comeback in recent years, and there are some great bands out there playing this style of music. If you’re a fan of funk, or just looking for something different to listen to, you’ll want to check out these bands.

Lettuce

Lettuce is an American band that plays a mix of funk, soul, and jazz. The band was founded in 1992 by brothers Adam Deitch and Eric Krasno, who were later joined by Erick Cantu, Ryan Zodikoff, and Adam “Shmeeans” Smirnoff. The band has released eight studio albums, the most recent being “Elevate” in 2019. Lettuce has performed at festivals such as Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, and Newport Jazz Festival.

Vulfpeck

Vulfpeck is an American funk band from Ann Arbor, Michigan. The band was founded in 2011 by Jack Stratton, Theo Katzman, Woody Goss, and Joe Dart. The band has released four albums: Thrill of the Arts (2015), The Beautiful Game (2016), Hill Climber (2018), and Mr. Finish Line (2017). Vulfpeck’s live shows often feature guest appearances by other musicians, includingChildish Gambino, Miley Cyrus, Evan Marienthal, and Reggie Watts.

Ghost-Note

Formed in 2015, Ghost-Note is a funk band that has been wowing audiences with their tight musicianship and energetic performances. The band is made up of some of the most talented musicians in the scene today, including Robert Sput Searight (drums), Nate Werth (percussion), Dwayne “The Love Evangelist” Baker (trumpet), Nicholas D’Virgilio (keyboards), and Xavier Taplin (guitar).

Since their formation, Ghost-Note has released two albums, “Swagism” (2016) and “Fortified” (2018), both of which have received critical acclaim. They have also toured extensively, performing at festivals and clubs all over the world.

If you’re looking for a funk band that will get you up on your feet and groove all night long, then Ghost-Note is definitely worth checking out!

Upcoming Funk Concerts

Funk music has been around since the late 1960s, and it’s still going strong today. If you’re a fan of funk music, then you’ll want to check out these upcoming concerts. From the legendary Parliament-Funkadelic to the modern-day Bruno Mars, there’s a funk concert for everyone.

Lettuce at the Brooklyn Bowl, October 5

Lettuce is a five-piece American instrumental funk band from Boston, Massachusetts. The band members are Adam Deitch, Erick “Jesus” Coomes, Neal Evans, Ryan Zoidis, and Sam Kininger. Lettuce’s musicianship has been praised by their peers; John Scofield referred to them as “a funk orchestra” and Iggy Pop praised their playing on the late night television show Conan.

Lettuce will be performing at the Brooklyn Bowl in Brooklyn, New York on October 5th. Tickets are available now and start at $25.

Vulfpeck at the Palladium, October 25

One of the most creative and innovative bands in recent memory, Vulfpeck has taken the music world by storm with their blend of funk, soul, and rock. Formed in 2011 by a group of college friends, the band has released four albums and numerous singles, all of which have received critical acclaim. Their live shows are legendary, and they always sell out well in advance. If you’re a fan of funk music, you won’t want to miss this show!

Ghost-Note at the Blue Note, November 7

Looking for something fun and different to do next week? Check out Ghost-Note at the Blue Note! This band is all about giving funk music a fresh and modern twist, and they’re sure to get you up on your feet and dancing.

If you’re not familiar with funk music, it’s a style that emerged in the early 1970s and is defined by its groovy, danceable beat. It’s often described as a mix of R&B, soul, and rock, and it’s known for its use of electric guitars, bass guitar, drums, and horns.

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Ghost-Note is a band that formed in 2015, and since then they’ve been impressing audiences all over the world with their high-energy performances. They’ve toured with some of the biggest names in music, including Prince and Snoop Dogg, and they were even invited to play at the White House for President Obama’s final state dinner.

If you’re looking for a fun night out, make sure to catch Ghost-Note at the Blue Note on November 7!