It's election time again, and on this episode Badd Kitti delves into the political side Funk.
Actually, Funk is political in and of its self. Born in the termoil of the Civil Rights and Black Power movements, Funk began as protest music, sometimes overt, sometimes disguised, but ALWAYS true unto itsself.

Part 1 - Funk Gets Political *Podcast Only)

From James Brown's, "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag", to Marvin, Stevie, Curtis Mayfield, and more. This hour examines Funk through the lens of some of the most controversial, inspirational and important songs of the 20th century.  

Part 2 - The Get Down (Web Exclusive www.thefunkexcursion.com)

On it's surface, the phrase "Get Down", was a popular party or dance chant. But in actuality, the phrase had (and still has) cultural meaning and political implicaitons that went far beyond it's simplified disguise. In this hour Badd Kitti has some fun playing songs with "Get Down" in the title. Check out the double entendre while you "get down" to the groove!

About the Host

Badd Kitti, (a.k.a. Brieze Thompson) is a multi-talented keyboardist, vocalist, composer, band leader, and educator, working in the Philadelphia area. Her role as a pioneer of the city’s mid-2000’s funk revival earned her the title , ‘Philadelphia’s Queen of Funk‘.
Badd Kitti’s lifelong love of funk music, coupled with her experience as a professional musician, combine to offer a unique and insightful perspective on the program’s topic.