Charlotte has a rich history of funk music. Back in 1965, the "Grandmaster of Funk" himself Mr. James Brown recorded his single “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag” right here in the Queen City. As one of ...

Before 1976, Wild Cherry was trying to make a career out of hard rock music at a time when disco was about the only thing happening. The Ohio-formed band got their start performing rock covers. Their ...

It’s one of a handful of intro guitar riffs that makes people hoot and holler and shake it on down to the dance floor. Wild Cherry’s “Play That Funky Music” has all the essential musical ingredients ...

Although February is considered the month of love, it is not limited to the romantic variety; several Ohio bands aim to satiate lovers of indie rock, indie pop and funk. “We’ve played there a couple ...

Uché's energy level is never not at a ten. The American Idol contestant recently delivered an electrifying performance of "Play That Funky Music" by Wild Cherry during the singing competition's ...

Teams won’t be the only ones doing some picking at the 2014 NFL Draft. For the first time in NFL draft history, prospects in attendance at New York’s Radio City Music Hall will be allowed to select ...