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Joe Bataan
154,098 listeners
No recording artist has more impeccable street credentials than Joe Bataan, the originator of the New York Latin Soul style that paralleled… read moreNo recording artist has more impeccable street credentials than Joe Bataan, the originator of the New York Latin Soul style that paralleled Latin boogaloo and anticipated disco. His musical experience began with street corner doo-wop in … read moreNo recording artist has more impeccable street credentials than Joe Bataan, the originator of the New York Latin Soul style that paralleled Latin boogaloo and anticipated disco. His musical experience began with street corner doo-wop in the 1950s, and came to include one of the first rap records … read more -
El Chicano
48,165 listeners
An East L.A Mexican-American band who started out on the circuit as the V.I.P.’s in the late 60s, El Chicano signed to Kapp Records and had… read moreAn East L.A Mexican-American band who started out on the circuit as the V.I.P.’s in the late 60s, El Chicano signed to Kapp Records and had a Billboard top 40 instrumental hit in 1970 with a Latin Rock reworking of Gerald Wilson’s Viva T… read moreAn East L.A Mexican-American band who started out on the circuit as the V.I.P.’s in the late 60s, El Chicano signed to Kapp Records and had a Billboard top 40 instrumental hit in 1970 with a Latin Rock reworking of Gerald Wilson’s Viva Tirado. While they've had numerous lineup changes throug… read more -
Darondo
351,417 listeners
William Daron Pulliam (October 5, 1946 – June 9, 2013), who performed in the 1970s under the name Darondo, was a funk and soul singer from … read moreWilliam Daron Pulliam (October 5, 1946 – June 9, 2013), who performed in the 1970s under the name Darondo, was a funk and soul singer from the San Francisco Bay Area. Although he is not widely recognized today, serious enthusiasts of the… read moreWilliam Daron Pulliam (October 5, 1946 – June 9, 2013), who performed in the 1970s under the name Darondo, was a funk and soul singer from the San Francisco Bay Area. Although he is not widely recognized today, serious enthusiasts of the soul genre consistently rate him in high regard. The mythol… read more -
Skull Snaps
44,657 listeners
Skull Snaps was a funk group active between 1963 and 1973. Until 1970 they were known as The Diplomats, and released a number of singles wi… read moreSkull Snaps was a funk group active between 1963 and 1973. Until 1970 they were known as The Diplomats, and released a number of singles with some success. Renamed Skull Snaps, they released an eponymous album on the small GSF label in 1… read moreSkull Snaps was a funk group active between 1963 and 1973. Until 1970 they were known as The Diplomats, and released a number of singles with some success. Renamed Skull Snaps, they released an eponymous album on the small GSF label in 1973 before disappearing. Following the Skull Snaps sessions … read more -
Chicago Gangsters
42,538 listeners
Despite their name, the Chicago Gangsters were originally from Akron, Ohio, consisting of brothers James, Sam, Chris, and Leroy McCants. Th… read moreDespite their name, the Chicago Gangsters were originally from Akron, Ohio, consisting of brothers James, Sam, Chris, and Leroy McCants. Their sound ranged from heavy funk and disco to sweet, smooth soul balladry. They adopted the name C… read moreDespite their name, the Chicago Gangsters were originally from Akron, Ohio, consisting of brothers James, Sam, Chris, and Leroy McCants. Their sound ranged from heavy funk and disco to sweet, smooth soul balladry. They adopted the name Chicago Gangsters after catching on with the Gold Plate label… read more -
Eugene McDaniels
74,641 listeners
Eugene McDaniels (February 12, 1935 – July 29, 2011) — vocalist, lyricist, fearless social commentator, and composer of massive hits such a… read moreEugene McDaniels (February 12, 1935 – July 29, 2011) — vocalist, lyricist, fearless social commentator, and composer of massive hits such as “Compared to What” and “Feel Like Makin' Love”—is back. Sample-hungry DJs have been snappin… read moreEugene McDaniels (February 12, 1935 – July 29, 2011) — vocalist, lyricist, fearless social commentator, and composer of massive hits such as “Compared to What” and “Feel Like Makin' Love”—is back. Sample-hungry DJs have been snapping up 30+ year-old vinyl copies of his Joel Dorn-produced, fu… read more -
The Equatics
120,411 listeners
The Equatics were a high school funk band from Hampton, Virginia. They recorded their only album, Doin It!!!!, in 1972, when the members we… read moreThe Equatics were a high school funk band from Hampton, Virginia. They recorded their only album, Doin It!!!!, in 1972, when the members were still in high school. The album has achieved cult status. View wikiThe Equatics were a high school funk band from Hampton, Virginia. They recorded their only album, Doin It!!!!, in 1972, when the members were still in high school. The album has achieved cult status. View wiki -
The J.B.'s
197,625 listeners
The J.B.'s were the most renowned of James Brown's many backing bands (previously, the Famous Flames and the James Brown Band). T… read moreThe J.B.'s were the most renowned of James Brown's many backing bands (previously, the Famous Flames and the James Brown Band). The band provided musical support for the legendary singer and bandleader for the first half of the… read moreThe J.B.'s were the most renowned of James Brown's many backing bands (previously, the Famous Flames and the James Brown Band). The band provided musical support for the legendary singer and bandleader for the first half of the 1970s. The band stepped in to fill the shoes of Brown'… read more -
Menahan Street Band
396,755 listeners
The Menahan Street Band is a collaboration of musicians from Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings (Dave Guy, Homer Steinweiss, Fernando Velez, Bo… read moreThe Menahan Street Band is a collaboration of musicians from Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings (Dave Guy, Homer Steinweiss, Fernando Velez, Bosco Mann), El Michels Affair (Leon Michels, Toby Pazner), Antibalas (Nick Movshon, Aaron Johnson)… read moreThe Menahan Street Band is a collaboration of musicians from Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings (Dave Guy, Homer Steinweiss, Fernando Velez, Bosco Mann), El Michels Affair (Leon Michels, Toby Pazner), Antibalas (Nick Movshon, Aaron Johnson) and The Budos Band (Mike Deller, Daniel Fodder), brought to… read more -
James Brown
2,015,932 listeners
James Joseph Brown (May 3, 1933 – December 25, 2006) was an American entertainer, record producer, and bandleader. The central progenitor o… read more