Funk is a form of music characterized by its fast, driving rhythms, soulful melodies and distinct bass line. Funk is usually produced by live instruments and is characterized by its danceable mood and groovy sounds.
The roots of funk lie in the R&B, soul and jazz music of the 1950s and 1960s. Artists such as James Brown, Sly & the Family Stone, and Earth, Wind & Fire shaped the genre with their fast, driving rhythms, soulful melodies, and distinct bass lines, and were considered the forerunners of funk.
In the 1970s, funk was popularized by artists such as Parliament-Funkadelic, The Sugarhill Gang, and Chic. These artists were known for their danceable vibe and groovy sounds.
One of Funk's most style-defining albums is "There's a Riot Goin' On" by Sly & the Family Stone, released in 1971. This album was characterized by its fast, driving rhythms, soulful melodies and distinct bass lines, and became a classic of the genre.
Funk is particularly well suited for licensing in movies, TV shows, and commercials that want to convey a danceable or groovy mood.
One of the most style-defining albums of funk is "Risqué" by Chic, from 1979. This album became a classic of the genre. Chic is a U.S. band formed in the 1970s by Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards, known for their funk hits such as "Le Freak," "Good Times" and "I Want Your Love."
Other well-known artists of the funk genre include The Time, Prince, George Clinton and Tower of Power. One of the most style-defining albums of funk is "The Message" by Grandmaster Flash & the Furious Five, released in 1982. This album was characterized by its fast, driving rhythms, soulful melodies and distinct bass lines, and became a classic of the genre.
In the 1980s, funk was further popularized by artists such as Michael Jackson, Prince and Earth, Wind & Fire.
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Electro-funk track with stabbing synthesizers, undercover detective type horns, retro style funk drums and a funky bass riff. Has a certain debonaire, undercover spy, crime or police chase feel.
Short, confident and strutting pop-rock-jazz-funk track. Brash, big horn section, excited, big city sound. Suitable as opening for TV show, game show, talk show, contest, game or other media.
Classic 1960's, 1970's style funk-rock with a slick, modern sound. Funky bass line, Hammond organ. Fun and excitement, casinos and gambling, game shows, showtime. Jazzy and upbeat, exciting, Las Vegas. A little bit mischievous, cheeky. Takes on a more bluesy rock feel towards the end, with a blues guitar.
A very happy and uptempo, feelgood pop-dance track. Positively oozing, uplifting vibes. Piano groove, funky clav, occasional brass/horn licks. Joyful and driving.
Stripped-down, funky hip-hop. Dry and transparent, sub bass, crisp electronic drums, occasional orchestral licks and subtle voices.
Funky Hip-Hop track, mid-tempo (90 BPM) with a variety of synth / organ, guitar licks, orchestral strings and electric bass guitar. Cool / Strutting / Confident / Quirky.
Gritty and funky hip-hop. Fat, slamming beats. Mangled sound, a little bit on the edge. Scratching and synth bass.
A pretty relaxed and mellow funk track, with downtempo rhodes later joined by drums, vibraphone and more. Cool, laidback, stylish urban moods, city life. Slightly retro.
A very happy and uptempo, feelgood pop-dance track. Positively oozing, uplifting vibes. Piano groove, funky clav, occasional brass/horn licks. Joyful and driving.
Jazzy soul-funk with big horn lines. Brash, cool, up-front and upbeat. Big band jazz, highly suitable for bright and fun programming, like a quiz show, game show, talk show or any other fun and challenging program, game, presentation, etc.
Short, funky, retro urban style hip-hop, dirty funk, acid jazz. Upright bass, rhodes piano, lo-fi funk drums. Available as a 30-second track, a 13-second track and a seamless music loop.
Bass dominated heavy funk groove with rhythmic accompaniment
A cool track with elements of funk, disco, pop and R&B. Suitably retro, funky synth links with acoustic drums, bass and guitars. Works great both in a 1970's retro setting, and with any modern pop culture media, fashion, etc.
Groovy funk, disco track with a cool live bass line. 1970's or 1980's feel. Cool, confident and strutting.
A soulful R&B, downtempo funk track. Delicate, stylish and warm. It's subtle and restrained, but it has a certain streetwise, urban vibe and attitude. Good for relaxation, holiday, vacation in exotic places, chilling on the beach or in the city. A super smooth chillout groove.
Smooth and flowing drum'n bass. Mellow and energetic at the same time, with an element of acid jazz thanks to the muted jazz trumpet. Floating chords and drum & bass rhythms and deep sub bass.
Catchy Pop tune disguised as Ambient. Four different versions, here without vocals.
Relaxed mix of electro, lounge, and soft rock. Sit back and enjoy.
A James Bond 007 or Mission Impossible inspired track using a blend of orchestral sounds, horn section and modern breakbeat drums with electronic synth bass. Suitable for action, chase and any spy or undercover material.