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Funkatopia Live

Funkatopia
Prince
Funk Music
Music Industry
The Time
NPG Music Club
Around the World In a Day
Jesse Johnson
Minneapolis
Paisley Park
Funkatopia
Parliament Funkadelic
Music Production
Atlanta Bliss
The Book Of Prince
Funk
Stranger Things
1980s Funk Music
2025
Sharon L. Nelson
Grammy Awards

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PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes185Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Mr. Christopher takes one last glance at the Prince Celebration welcoming special guests Ma and Nandy McClean (aka The Twinz) to discuss their participation at the NPG/Revolution performance at the Armory, and Maya's Awakening event at Paisley Park. ... more

Mr. Christopher and Michael Bland talk about the curse of A.I. in art and music, the music business in general, the changing of the music genre guard, the upcoming Prince Celebration, and other events and topicality.

Mr. Christopher and Michael Bland walk through the intense 2026 Prince Celebration Schedule. Get ready for information overload deconstructed and crafted for actual human consumption. We cover day by day explaining the difference between VIP and Gene... more

Join Mr. Christopher as he enjoys a Q&A session with Michael Bland to find out what we all want know. Discover stories of his parents, his favorite cereal, his favorite cartoons, girls on the road, Prince's practice sessions, Nick Jonas, UFO's, and S... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Bland
Professional drummer known for work with Prince and the Minneapolis scene
Episode: Q&A Session with Michael Bland
Liv Warfield
Special guest, performer with Urban Classic Revelation
Urban Classic / Paisley Park ensemble
Episode: Free 4 All - Prince's 10 Year Transition Minneapolis Review
Dr. Fink
Member of Prince and the Revolution, studio musician
Prince and the Revolution
Episode: 40 Years of Prince's Parade with Dr. Fink
Gilbert Davison
Former Prince security head and executive in Paisley Park ventures
Live 4 Love Charities
Episode: 03-17-2026 Mayte, Gilbert Davison, and Kirk Johnson
Kirk EJ
Musician and participant in Live 4 Music/Live 4 Dance projects
Live 4 Love Charities
Episode: 03-17-2026 Mayte, Gilbert Davison, and Kirk Johnson
Ella Feingold
Guitarist, producer, orchestrator
Self-employed musician
Episode: Interview - Ella Feingold
Alan Evans
Guitarist/Drummer of Soulive
Soulive
Episode: Interview: Soulive (Alan and Neal Evans)
Neal Evans
Bassist/Keyboards/Producer of Soulive
Soulive
Episode: Interview: Soulive (Alan and Neal Evans)
Cassandra O'Neill
Musician and former member of the New Power Generation
Episode: Mr. Christopher's Rumor and Conjecture Show

Hosts

Mr. Christopher
Host of Funkatopia Live; long-running commentator and interviewer involved in live discussions and episode formats.
Mr. Michael Bland
Co-host of Funkatopia Live; experienced drummer and industry insider contributing music-making and production perspectives.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Nonsense!

    What a pile of cult fandom - claims to be respectful of Prince, but has the temerity to entertain conspiracy theories regarding his death?!?

    Apparently if you seen Prince live "28 times" it makes you an investigative expert...

    Apple Podcasts
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    Nevada of the Smith
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • A must listen for Prince fans

    Informative, complete with music and great trivia. Love this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    acreads
    United States6 years ago

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A few reviews note strong fandom and a niche focus that may polarize newcomers.
Overall feedback highlights engaging guests and deep Prince lore.
Others praise the depth and trivia, calling it informative for Prince fans.
Some listeners feel it leans into conspiracy talk about Prince's death.

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Q&A Session with Michael Bland
Q: What was it like rehearsing with Prince and the level of discipline required?
Rehearsals were long and immersive, sometimes marathon-like, with a focus on perfect timing, communication, and a deep connection to the music; Prince treated it as a total, immersive process.
Q&A Session with Michael Bland
Q: What was the Jonas Brothers project like and how did you get involved?
John Fields proposed assembling an all-star group for the Jonas Brothers' project after working with them, and I joined along with Tommy Barbarella and Sonny to back them on the road and in the studio.
Q&A Session with Michael Bland
Q: How did you end up joining Soul Asylum for their studio project and then the live benefit?
I was initially brought in as a studio drummer for a six-year hiatus period, then a rehearsal/benefit situation evolved into a live opportunity, and I was asked to join the band.
Interview: Cassandra O'Neal
Q: Can you speak to playing at the Forum in LA?
Cassandra shares that the Forum was a cool gig, reminiscent of when tickets were $25, aiming to capture the essence of when music was music.
Interview: Cassandra O'Neal
Q: Franklin Rush said, 'Cassandra, what was your favorite moment when you were playing with Prince?'
Cassandra mentions her favorite moment was when she got to play for him on his piano and he would sit next to her.

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This show centers on Prince's legacy, his collaborators, and the Minneapolis music scene, with a strong emphasis on behind-the-scenes stories, memorabilia, and industry dynamics. Episodes frequently explore Prince-related projects, estate developments, and archival releases, alongside lively conversations about live performances, tributes, and the broader funk and R&B landscape. A standout aspect is the blend of personal anecdotes from musicians with discussions about music history, rights, and merchandising, making it appealing to superfans and professionals seeking vetted guest insights and entertainment-driven industry context.

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Funkatopia Live launched 8 years ago and published 185 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Funkatopia Live include:

1. Michael Bland
2. Liv Warfield
3. Dr. Fink
4. Gilbert Davison
5. Kirk EJ
6. Ella Feingold
7. Alan Evans
8. Neal Evans

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