If you’ve ever tapped your foot to a classic hit from the 1960s or ’70s, chances are you’ve been grooving to the masterful bass lines of Carol Kaye. From The Beach Boys to Frank Sinatra, Carol Kaye’s influential bass playing is a cornerstone of the golden age of popular music. But who is this enigmatic […]
Soul Sisters
Betty Davis: The Uncompromising Queen of Funk
In the pantheon of music legends, few artists have been as groundbreaking yet underappreciated as Betty Davis. A trailblazer in funk and rock, Davis’s raw talent, unapologetic sexuality, and innovative sound paved the way for future generations of musicians. This article delves into the life, career, and lasting impact of the woman who dared to […]
Sound of Silence – A timeless tribute to Liza’s unique mixes
Beautiful voices with a magic touch. Silence at it’s best simply reduced to maximum. A little thanks to Liza’s old fashioned mixes! Funkologie wishes you a merry christmas! Walk on by My Baby Just Cares for Me – Nina Simone“My Baby Just Cares for Me” is a jazz standard written by Walter Donaldson with […]
Soul Girls – All the feminine icons of soul music united in one beautiful mix.
A supercool selection by Dr. Strangelove, Berlin, Germany. And some that are really new to me.Such as Dorothy & Oma & Zelpha or Rhetta Hughes who was featured on the track “Mother’s Prayer” on the 1971 album “As Serious as a Heart-Attack” by Melvin Van Peebles or the 1973 self-titled album by Brenda Patterson, […]
Jive Elephant
The crooners of the soul sisters. We present some hot minutes of accumulated woman power to satisfy your soul. Free Spirit – BirthaThe name is chosen by the name of the great track of Birtha. This band was the first girl rock band with balls of fire, successfully breaking the male dominated genre. Rosemary […]
Blow Away
This spontaneous mix is a special for the International Women’s Day 2020. These voices have touched me shortly or forever and showed me how much can be achieved with little and cleverness. Silence can be strong. This mix is for all those women out there who have to fight for respect every day. I salute […]