You might not think that funk and rap are connected but trust me, they are. If you love hip-hop then there’s a pretty good chance you also dig funk, even if you don’t know it yet. The two have been intertwined from the birth of rap and will continue to be so moving forward.
But don’t just take our word for it; if hip-hop’s your thing, check out this playlist to get familiar with the latest funk bands killing it in the rap world. This playlist was compiled to serve as a guide for the hip-hop aficionado that has yet to delve into the world of funk. Hopefully it will lead you to a new level of appreciation for music and also introduce you to new artists (or just help you discover forgotten ones).
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