George Clinton

George Clinton revolutionized funk music with Parliament Funkadelic, whose theatrical, sci-fi, performance art has captivated audiences worldwide for over five decades. P-Funk’s blend of psychedelic rock and deep, repetitive funk grooves helped bridge the R&B and rock worlds in the ‘70s along with acts like Sly and The Family Stone. Known as Dr. Funkenstein, George Clinton orchestrated multiple solo acts under the P-Funk umbrella. By the ‘80s, Clinton was also charting as a solo artist with hits like “Atomic Dog,” all of which would later lay the groundwork for hip-hop’s classic G-Funk era. On today’s episode Rick Rubin talks to George Clinton on Zoom about the origins of his original vocal group, The Parliaments. George also reminisces  about the time he dared James Brown to do the splits 18 times in a row while on a music industry panel with Madonna and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. You can hear a playlist of some of our favorite George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic songs HERE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The podcast features Eddie Palmieri, a legendary pianist and composer renowned for his influence on Afro-Caribbean music, and George Clinton, the iconic leader of Parliament-Funkadelic who revolutionized funk in the 70s and 80s. They discuss Palmieri's journey from the South Bronx to salsa stardom, showcasing his cultural heritage and musical evolution. Clinton reflects on his groundbreaking use of electronics and memorable alter egos, while celebrating the 50th anniversary of Mothership Connection, highlighting its lasting impact on funk and music history.

George Clinton, legendary funk architect and leader of Parliament-Funkadelic, shares wild tales of UFO sightings and P-Funk lore. He talks about Afrofuturism’s roots and the band’s cultural reach. Conversations touch on government scrutiny, holograms and cloning, and his prediction of off-planet living by 2050.

Questlove Supreme sits down with George Clinton, the musician known for redefining and re-establishing Funk through his Parliment-Funkadelic collective. They discuss topics such as creating an album, sampling their own music, iconic drum sounds, George Clinton's connection to Nona Hendrix, a unique concert style, Pedro Bell's artwork, and exploring George Clinton's music.

In this enlightening conversation, funk legend George Clinton shares his musical journey with NPR's Ari Shapiro. The architect of Parliament-Funkadelic reflects on his profound influence in the music industry and expresses gratitude for artists like opera singer and funk keyboardist Constance Hauman. He explores the evolving spirit of funk, emphasizing the importance of artistic collaboration and inspiration across generations. Clinton also highlights the unique bond between musicians, revealing how gratitude fuels creativity and connection.