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Funkatopia Live

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Episodes

Interview: Anna Moon

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.

Dec 20, 2018•24 min

Interview: Sam Ravenna - The Fragile Interview

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.

Nov 29, 2018•29 min

Interview: Jamiroquai

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.

Oct 15, 2018•28 min

Interview: Ingrid Chavez (Part 2)

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.

Oct 06, 2018•29 min

Interview: Robert Walter's 20th Congress

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.

Sep 22, 2018•30 min

Interview: Fishbone's Norwood Fisher

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.

Sep 12, 2018•57 min

Interview: Doctor Fink, Revolution Keyboardist

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.

Aug 22, 2018•1 hr 29 min

Interview: Chris Moon (Prince Discoverer)

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.

Jul 21, 2018•52 min

Interview: Phillip Lassiter & Elliott Yamin

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?"

Jul 07, 2018•2 hr 31 min

Interview: Author Duane Tudahl

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.

Jun 15, 2018•2 hr 52 min

Interview: Motown Legend Lamont Dozier

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.

Jun 02, 2018•39 min

Interview: Ingrid Chavez

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.

May 12, 2018•1 hr 23 min

Interview: Prince Hairstylist, Kim Berry

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.

May 11, 2018•52 min

Interview: Prince Composer Brent Fischer

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,

Apr 26, 2018•1 hr 28 min

Interview: Owen Husney - Life With Prince

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.

Apr 09, 2018•1 hr 12 min

Interview: Duane Tudahl

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

Mar 26, 2018•3 hr 10 min

Interview: Andre Cymone

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!

Mar 18, 2018•20 min

Interview: NPG's Tony M, Kip Blackshire & Morris Hayes

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.

Mar 18, 2018•46 min

Interview: Wally Safford & Damon Dickson (Reunited)

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

Mar 12, 2018•2 hr 8 min

Interview: Darron "D" Story From Lo - Key?

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.

Feb 10, 2018•56 min

Interview: Living Colour's Doug Wimbish

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.

Oct 19, 2017•1 hr 31 min

Interview: Abigail Noel, Prince Was Murdered

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.

Oct 05, 2017•46 min

Interview: NPG's Damon D & Tony M

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.

Jun 28, 2017•1 hr 3 min

Interview: John Wirtz from Space Orphan

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

Jan 07, 2017•15 min
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