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The Mystery of Prince's Death
30 juli 2020 · 2 uur 29 min
Mr. Christopher tackles the super-tough topic of Prince's death along with some of the conspiracy theories. Did Prince commit suicide? Was Prince murdered? What are the strange strange coincidences surrounding his death? It's all covered here on Funkatopia Live. Lees meer
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BrownMark 2020 Interview
10 juni 2020 · 1 uur 5 min
Mr. Christopher sits down with Prince's Revolution bassist Brownmark to talk about the craziness of his tenure with a mad genius, racism, Mazarati, his new book and so much more. Pre-order his book here: https://amzn.to/2yCFssJ
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Interview: Adam Deitch - Lettuce
6 mei 2020 · 16 min
Mr. Christopher sits down with one of the original founding members of Lettuce Adam Deitch to discuss the band's new album Resonate including what's changed over the years and how he remembers all of those instrumental tracks.
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Interview: Marshall Charloff of The Purple XPerience
20 april 2020 · 57 min
Mr. Christopher sits down with Marshall Charloff, well known for his lead vocalist for the Prince tribute band The Purple Xperience, to talk about his work with Prince, the rules of covering Prince, having Dr. Fink in the band, the band name, sharing new music, and so much more. Lees meer
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Funkatopia Live Celebration Details Chat
12 maart 2020 · 2 uur 18 min
Mr. Christopher and Dr. Funkenberry discuss the latest details shared by Paisley Park about the 2020 Celebration to the VIP's including pricing and lots more detail.
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Prince Free 4 All PLUS PRN Alumni Announcements
20 februari 2020 · 1 uur 50 min
Mr. Christopher handles another edition of Funkatopia Live in a Prince Free 4 All where the listeners ask the questions. Topics include the Paisley park celebration, Prince's best backing band, why people only gravitate towards Prince's music in the 80's PLUS an exclusive announcement from PRN Alumni regarding their event on April 18, 2020. Lees meer
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Interview: Wally Safford
13 november 2019 · 25 min
Mr. Christopher interviews Wally Safford about the release of his new book, Wally, Where'd You Get Those Glasses?: My Life Through the Lens from Parliament, Pendergrass and Prince.
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Interview: Scott Amendola
7 november 2019 · 20 min
Mr. Christopher interviews drummer Scott Amendola to discuss his album with Amendola Vs. Blades called Everybody Wins. The funk jazz project is filled with eclectic players from groups like Sting, Les Claypool, Laurie Anderson and others and it's definitely worth a listen. Lees meer
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Interview: Speech - Arrested Development
24 oktober 2019 · 42 min
Mr. Christopher sits down with hip-hop legend Speech from Arrested Development to discuss touring Japan, Asian reception, Prince stories, new music from AD and a new project he's working on called 16 Bars.
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Red Tide by New Reality (1992)
29 september 2019 · 7 min
Red Tide by New Reality (1992) by Funkatopia
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Interview: MYOA
19 september 2019 · 19 min
Mr. Christopher interviews up and coming artist MYOA on her new album Beautiful Journey, her actual journey from Nigeria to the U.K. to Houston, TX and stops in between including what we an expect to hear in the very near future.
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Dr. Funk's 100th, 1999 Reissue, The Beautiful Ones & New Music
18 september 2019 · 2 uur 46 min
Mr. Christopher & Dr. Funkenberry celebrate his 100th episode, and also talk about the reissue of 1999, the new Prince book The Beautiful Ones, Prince's passing, and new music all packed into one episode.
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Paisley Park Celebration 2019 Recap - Day 3 & 4
30 mei 2019 · 1 uur 24 min
Mr. Christopher discusses Day 3 and 4 of the 2019 Celebration at Paisley Park.
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Paisley Park Celebration 2019 Recap - Days 1 and 2
30 mei 2019 · 1 uur 32 min
Mr. Christopher goes into detail about the 2019 Celebration at Paisley Park. Part One of Two discusses the first 2 days.
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Interview: Dr. Funkenberry
30 mei 2019 · 2 uur 44 min
Mr. Christopher sits down with Jeremiah Freed aka Dr. Funkenberry to discuss his past with Prince, how he got started, and how he's working to get his life and career back on track after the passing of his friend and mentor.
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Interview: Jordan John
3 april 2019 · 40 min
In depth Funkatopia interview with up and coming R&B multi-instrumentalist Jordan John on playing with Prince, Aretha Franklin, and so many others. He also speaks about his upcoming brand new debut album and single. Get ready for greatness.
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Interview: Anna Moon
20 december 2018 · 24 min
Mr. Christopher interviews a brand new Nashville based artist breaking onto the scene named Anna Moon bringing the style of Amy Winehouse and bounce of Meghan Trainor back to the radio.
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Interview: Sam Ravenna - The Fragile Interview
29 november 2018 · 29 min
Mr. Christopher interviews solo artist Sam Ravenna about blending Motown, soul funk and avant garde into a laid back journey of his new album, Fragile. Join in for discussions about the current state of music and the trials and tribulations of current artists. Lees meer
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Interview: Jamiroquai
15 oktober 2018 · 28 min
Mr. Christopher interviews members of jamiroquai to talk about their ever changing sound progression, how they began with the legendary jazz funk band, and projects to watch out for.
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Interview: Ingrid Chavez (Part 2)
6 oktober 2018 · 29 min
Ingrid Chavez sits down with Mr. Christopher to discuss her brand new album Memories Of Flying along with discussions about her childhood, how she feels about Madonna taking her song Justify My Love, her upcoming live performance in Minneapolis, and other appearances. Lees meer
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Interview: Dave Brandwein of Turkuaz
28 september 2018 · 29 min
Dave Brandwein of Turkuaz sits down with Funkatopia's Mr. Christopher to discuss the new album Life In the City
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Interview: Robert Walter's 20th Congress
22 september 2018 · 30 min
Mr. Christopher interviews Robert Walter to talk about the new release Spacesuit from his band Robert Walter's 20th Congress. Also discussed are topics such as vinyl, funk, influences, and so much more.
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Interview: Kelly Finnegan Of The Monophonics
13 september 2018 · 25 min
An interview with Kelly Finnegan of The Monophonics.
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Interview: Fishbone's Norwood Fisher
12 september 2018 · 57 min
Mr. Christopher sits down the Norwood Fisher, bassist for the legendary Fishbone to discuss their history, his new label, his ongoing project Trulio Disgracias, and his vision of the world.
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Interview: Doctor Fink, Revolution Keyboardist
22 augustus 2018 · 1 uur 29 min
Mr. Christopher interviews legendary Prince and the Revolution keyboardist Doctor Matt Fink. Discussions include pre-Revolution days, being the last remaining post-Parade Revolution member, bootlegs, the state of the estate, MyMyMusic, and so much more. Lees meer
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Interview: Chris Moon (Prince Discoverer)
21 juli 2018 · 52 min
Mr. Christopher interviews Chris Moon, the man who discovered Prince. From the very beginning, Chris steered Prince's career and you won't believe the stories, including some he has never told anyone ever before.
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Interview: Phillip Lassiter & Elliott Yamin
7 juli 2018 · 2 uur 31 min
Podcast with co-host Michael Dean, guests including Kim Berry, NPG's Phillip Lassiter & American idol's Elliott Yamin on their new Philthy project. Their top 5 lost Prince cuts and the question, "Are Prince fans in a bubble?"
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Interview: Author Duane Tudahl
15 juni 2018 · 2 uur 52 min
Mr. Christopher chats once again with Duane Tudahl, author of Prince and The Purple Rain Era Studio Sessions. Chats about a new book and more Prince stories.
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Interview: NPG's MacKenzie, Morris Hayes, Damon D & Tony M
14 juni 2018 · 2 uur 25 min
Mr. Christopher interviews NPG's Morris Hayes, MacKenzie, Damon D and Tony M. Find out about the pushback on Tony when Prince took a harder route, more Prince stories, an NPG tour, and more.
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Interview: Motown Legend Lamont Dozier
2 juni 2018 · 39 min
Motown legend Lamont Dozier may not be a household name, but Mr. Christopher sits down with the musical mastermind that brought us Stop! In The Name Of Love, How Sweet It Is To be Loved By You, baby Love, and tons more performed by Marvin Gaye, The Supremes, the Four Tops and others. It's a great interview with the man that defined the Motown sound. Lees meer
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Interview: Ingrid Chavez
12 mei 2018 · 1 uur 23 min
Mr. Christopher chats with Ingrid Chavez to discuss Lovesexy, The Black Album, her own brand new album, private time with Prince and tons of Prince stories. Plus two exclusive sneak peek clips of tracks from her forthcoming album Memories of Flying.
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Interview: Prince Hairstylist, Kim Berry
11 mei 2018 · 52 min
Mr. Christopher sits down with Kim Berry, Prince's hairstylist for the better part of three decades. Enjoy funny Prince stories, memories and discussions about her new book Diamonds and Curls.
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Interview: Prince Composer Brent Fischer
27 april 2018 · 1 uur 28 min
Mr. Christopher interviews Brent Fischer, son of the legendary Clare Fischer who produced most all of the string arrangements for Prince since Parade. It's insanely insightful and interesting journey into Prince's career and how Brent's work was all over it along with his father, Lees meer
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Interview: Owen Husney - Life With Prince
9 april 2018 · 1 uur 12 min
Funkatopia sits down with Prince's first manager and the one wh brought Prince to the world. We discuss living with Prince, his work ethic, and how you can keep your cool after first hearing Prince's demo while you're losing it inside.
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Interview: Duane Tudahl
26 maart 2018 · 3 uur 10 min
Funkatopia interviews author Duane Tudahl about his new book Prince and the Purple Rain Era Sessions 1983 and 1984. Tons of amazing Prince tidbits and lots of information that you've probably never heard before. Prince fans, get ready to be absorbed into purple awesomeness. Buy the book here; https://amzn.to/2pHSEUE Lees meer
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Interview: Andre Cymone
18 maart 2018 · 20 min
http://www.funkatopia.com - Mr. Christopher and Nicky T are caught off guard as Prince's childhood friend Andre Cymone calls into the Purple Primetime show to discuss his new tour and a new funk album in the works. yes!
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Interview: NPG's Tony M, Kip Blackshire & Morris Hayes
18 maart 2018 · 46 min
http://www.funkatopia.com - NPG's Tony M an Kip Blackshire join Mr. Christopher and Nicky T on Funkatopia's Purple Primetime. Then surprise guest Morris Hayes joins in on the conversation. They discuss the NPG tour, setlists, Prince's legacy and much more. Lees meer
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Interview: Wally Safford & Damon Dickson (Reunited)
12 maart 2018 · 2 uur 8 min
NPG's Wally Safford joins Funkatopia's Purple Primetime sharing Prince stories and then is joined by Damon D (40 minutes in)where the two immediately begin sharing stories and catching up after years. Join this amazing journey down memory lane with two of Prince's NPG crew exclusively on Funkatopia's FUNKEDUP radio station app. http://www.funkatopia.com/funk-radio Lees meer
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Interview: Darron "D" Story From Lo - Key?
10 februari 2018 · 56 min
Mr. Christopher interviews 90's sensation Darron "D" Story from Lo-Key? as they talk new music, Prince, a new tour, Justin Timberlake, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis and so much more.
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Interview: Mi-Ling Stone Poole, Little Red Corvette
31 december 2017 · 1 uur 45 min
An interview with the woman behind Prince's hit Little Red Corvette, Mi-Ling Stone Poole.
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Interview: Living Colour's Doug Wimbish
19 oktober 2017 · 1 uur 31 min
Mr. Christopher sits don for an extensive interview with Living Colour's Doug Wimbish as he discusses his musical journey starting with Wood Brass and Stee and all the way through to the latest release from Living Colour, Stain. From Sugarhill Gang to Grandmaster Flash to Tackhead to Black Jack Johnson and many stop in between, it's a musical history lesson you just have to hear. Lees meer
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Interview: Abigail Noel, Prince Was Murdered
5 oktober 2017 · 46 min
Funkatopia's Mr. Christopher interviews psychic Abigail Noel as she discusses her ongoing conversations with Prince who is sharing details with her about how he was murdered. Is she onto something or on something? You decide.
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Interview: NPG's Damon D & Tony M
28 juni 2017 · 1 uur 3 min
Mr. Christopher interviews both Damon D and Tony M from NPG. Starting as balcony dancers in Purple Rain and growing to be rappers and vocalists for Prince's famed New Power Generation, hear the great stories of Prince's practice tactics, lessons learned, and a brand new NPG tour. Lees meer
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Interview: Du Juan Blackshire (Du Juan Elliott) - Prince Birthday Bash
12 juni 2017 · 41 min
Funkatopia's Mr. Christopher sits down with NPG vocalist DuJuan Elliott to talk about Prince, DuJuan's favorite Prince songs, and fun Prince stories.
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Mr. Christopher's Picks - Episode One - May 2017
17 mei 2017 · 40 min
Funkatopia's Mr. Christopher picks his favorite tracks of the month from both signed and unsigned acts.
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Interview: John Wirtz from Space Orphan
7 januari 2017 · 15 min
http://www.funkatopia.com - Mr. Christopher interviews Space Orphan's John Wirtz to discuss the new album and break the news that they've won a spot on Funkatopia's 20 Best Funk Albums of 2016
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Interview: Ian Neville of Dumpstaphunk
11 november 2014 · 10 min
http://funkatopia.com/funk-radio/ - Ian Neville of Dumpstaphunk talks with Funkatopia's Mr. Christopher about Dumpstaphunk staff changes, Bear Creek, amazing moments, growing up Neville and much more.
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Interview: Simon Allen of The New Mastersounds
11 november 2014 · 22 min
Loopy from lack of sleep, Simon Allen, drummer for The New Mastersounds discusses Bear Creek, playing with Maceo, short lived costumes, social media and much more. Tune in as Funkatopia's Mr. Christopher chats away with the always entertaining Simon Allen. http://funkatopia.com/funk-radio/ Lees meer
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Interview: Van Hunt
7 april 2012 · 5 min
http://www.funkatopia.com - Funkatopia's Mr. Christopher spends a few minutes with the musical mastermind of Van Hunt after his Atlanta performance on 4-6-2012.
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Interview: Thomas Dolby
24 februari 2012 · 22 min
http://www.funkatopia.com - An exclusive interview by Funkatopia with the legendary Thomas Dolby on 2/23/2012. Over 20 minutes of in-depth discussion on everything from his new album Map Of the Floating City, to his new Time Capsule Tour, and even how he likes his eggs. Enjoy the witty personality of the man who brought us She Blinded Me With Science, One Of Our Submarines, Hyperactive, and much more. And all complete with background music from past and present music. Enjoy! Lees meer