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Funkatopia Live

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

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PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes180Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Funkatopia's Mr. Christopher welcomes Prince and the Revolution keyboardist Dr. Fink as they dissect Prince's album Parade on the eve of its 40th anniversary. They dive into the album track by track analyzing instrumentation, lyrics, players, and sto... more

Mr. Christopher and Michael Bland are joined by Live 4 Love (Mayte Garcia, Gilbert Davison, and Kirk Johnson) to discuss the cancellation of Prince's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the 10 year anniversary of Prince's death, LA events, and other ... more

Funkatopia Live sits down with guitar icon Ella Feingold who discusses her upbringing, being mentored by Spanky Alford, how funk inspires her, and her Grammy award winning touches with bands like Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars and Anderson .paak), Erykah Bad... more

Mr. Christopher and Michael Bland sit down with Al Evans and Neal Evans of Soulive to discuss the band's newest album Flowers. We discuss NPG's impact on Neal, the beginnings of Soulive, the genius of Van Hunt, the future of music, recording in Icela... more

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Recent Guests

Cassandra O'Neill
Musician and former member of the New Power Generation
Episode: Mr. Christopher's Rumor and Conjecture Show
Sam Jennings
NPG Music Club co-creator, former collaborator of Prince
NPG Music Club
Episode: Interview - Sam Jennings - The NPG Music Club Discussion
Kristen Schaumler
Local Prince expert and historian
Episode: 12-02-2025 - Around the World in a Day Unboxing
Sonny T
Guitarist and friend of Jellybean
Episode: 11-25-2025 - Jellybean Johnson Celebration
Jellybean Johnson
Famed drummer and musician known for his contributions to the Minneapolis sound.
The Time, Flight Time Records
Episode: 11-25-2025 - Jellybean Johnson Celebration
Lisa Coleman
A member of Prince's band during the Dirty Mind era and later with Prince and the Revolution, noted for her keyboard work and songwriting.
Solo artist, former member of Prince and the Revolution
Episode: Interview: Lisa Coleman (Interview Only)
Danny Bedrosian
Keyboardist for Parliament Funkadelic and author
Parliament Funkadelic
Episode: Danny Bedrosian - Prince's Controversy - D'Angelo
Eric Rogers
Expert collector of Prince memorabilia and guest on Funkatopia Live
Paisley 5 & Dime
Episode: 09-30-2025 Purple Artifact Show
Tommy Barbarella
Keyboardist and collaborator with Prince, known for his improvisational skills and unique stage presence.
Episode: Interview: Tommy Barbarella

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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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.
12-02-2025 - Around the World in a Day Unboxing
Q: Which historical figures were discussed regarding landmark homes?
Aretha Franklin was referenced as having faced similar challenges with preserving her childhood home.
12-02-2025 - Around the World in a Day Unboxing
Q: What makes Prince's childhood home special?
It was where Prince lived until he was 12 and where he began his musical journey, shaping him into the legendary artist he became.
Interview: Fred Wesley
Q: How did you collaborate with Van Morrison?
It was a gig set up by Peewee Ellis, and I just played what I was told to play, it wasn't a big deal.

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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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Recent guests on Funkatopia Live include:

1. Cassandra O'Neill
2. Sam Jennings
3. Kristen Schaumler
4. Sonny T
5. Jellybean Johnson
6. Lisa Coleman
7. Danny Bedrosian
8. Eric Rogers

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