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Terry Funk, a pioneer of hardcore wrestling who was known for his hard-hitting style, has died at the age of 79, WWE announced Wednesday. "WWE is saddened to learn that WWE Hall of Famer Terry Funk ...

“Superstition” by Wonder is one of the greatest funk songs ever. Released in 1972, it has an unforgettable groove, catchy rhythm, and energetic vibe. The funky clavinet riff is instantly recognizable.

Professional wrestling legend Terry Funk has passed away. He was 79 years old. Wrestling icons Ric Flair and Mick Foley acknowledged the news Wednesday afternoon. WWE confirmed it shortly after. Terry ...

Last month, the Brazilian artist Ludmilla made history: After powering through her hits during a breakout set at Coachella, she became the first Afro-Latina to perform at the music festival. She riled ...

A fierce fighter known for wielding improvised weapons, he brought his menacing image not just to the ring but also to Hollywood, in films like “Road House.” By Eduardo Medina Terry Funk, the Hall of ...

If there was a Mount Funkmore for the greatest funk bassists, Marcus Miller’s face and trademark porkpie hat would be sculpted into that musical monument. Miller honed his musical chops during funk’s ...

It might come as a surprise to non-Brazilians that the trailblazing pop star Anitta first started her career as an MC. In Brazil, this means you’re a baile funk singer. Born in Rio suburbs, the MC ...

In London’s Jazz Cafe, the sound of Egyptian legend Umm Kulthum’s song Alf Leila Wleila is reverberating around an atmosphere of anticipation. Fragments of light are reflecting off the Camden venue’s ...

The syncopated story of funk music, from its roots to the explosion of '70s urban funk and beyond. WE WANT THE FUNK! is a syncopated voyage through the history of funk music, spanning from African, ...

It's in the pine trees that shaded the one-room South Carolina shack that housed his first years. In the soil that grounded them. That's where the late James Brown said he excavated his inspiration, ...