Often in funk, the guitarist’s role is strictly rhythmic. It’s less about shredding or melodies and more about adding a syncopated rhythm or some texture, and that means most of the work lies with the ...

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro this indispensable guide will show you how to master the art of the groove Guitar Institute of Technology GIT instructor Ross Bolton has developed a clear ...

Rhythmic drum patterns with a balance of rhythmic predictability and complexity may influence our desire to dance and enjoy the music. Many people find themselves unable to resist moving their bodies ...

Welcome to our 1970s based funk lesson, the aim of which is to arm you with the skills you’ll need to create great ’70s-style funk parts. The first technique to examine is 16th-note strumming, which ...

The Nelson George documentary "Finding the Funk," which airs Tuesday (Feb. 4) at 9 p.m. (CST), covers an impressive terrain of the bridge music genre between rhythm and blues and hip-hop, both ...

Something occurred to me after I typed up my Synaesthete impressions today: where is all the funk music in rhythm games? As I quoted, that title makes mention of "a machine world made of funk and ...