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Funkatopia Live

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

Podcast by Funkatopia

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes200Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Mr. Christopher and Michael Bland welcome 24-7 Spyz founder and guitarist Jimi Hazel. We chat about the origins of Spyz, the past members, new music, Jef Lee Johnson, Jesse Johnson, the black rock movement, and so much more.

Mr. Christopher and Michael Bland sit down with soul icon Sandra St. Victor to talk about her illustrious career starting with The Family Stand and then an incredible solo career that allowed her to work with legends like Curtis Mayfield, Prince, Cha... more

Another evening focusing on Funkatopia cohost and NPG drumming legend Michael Bland as we ask questions from the audience and beyond. More Prince stories! 80's! Album covers! Madness!

Mr. Christopher and Michael Bland reunite after a 2 week hiatus to discuss Michael's post about the Prince Estate that caused some waves, more AI chat, new music, and more. Note: Some video components included that won't translate well to audio, but ... more

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Recent Guests

Sandra St. Victor
Singer and songwriter, lead vocalist of The Family Stand; solo artist
Self / Various collaborators mentioned (e.g., Prince, Chaka Khan)
Episode: Interview: Sandra St. Victor - Full Interview Only
Michael Bland
Musician, drummer; frequent collaborator
The Family Stand collaborators; Prince era connections
Episode: Interview: Sandra St. Victor - Full Interview Only
Morris Hayes
NPG keyboardist, producer and member of Prince's circle
Prince/New Power Generation
Episode: Welcome 2 America - 5 Year Anniversary Album Chat w/ Morris Hayes, Shelby J, and Elisa Fiorillo
Shelby J.
Vocalist and performer with the New Power Generation
Prince/New Power Generation
Episode: Welcome 2 America - 5 Year Anniversary Album Chat w/ Morris Hayes, Shelby J, and Elisa Fiorillo
Elisa Fiorillo
Singer and former collaborator with Prince
Prince/NP G
Episode: Welcome 2 America - 5 Year Anniversary Album Chat w/ Morris Hayes, Shelby J, and Elisa Fiorillo
Steve Parke
Prince's official photographer, author of Prince Black White Color
Steve Parke Photography
Episode: Prince, AI, and Steve Parke
Les Cleveland
Drummer, former MPG/Larry Graham/Patti LaBelle collaborator
Emerald City (LRC Funk)
Episode: Free 4 All w Les Cleveland
St. Paul Peterson
Lead singer of The Family, Peterson family member
Minneapolis Funk All Stars / The Family
Episode: Interview - Minneapolis Funk All Stars
Oliver Leiber
Producer, songwriter, guitarist
Various (Paula Abdul, Alexander O'Neill, Bayonets)
Episode: Interview - Minneapolis Funk All Stars

Hosts

Michael Bland
Co-host, musician.
Christopher Worth
Host of Funkatopia Live

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
    1
    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 States7 years ago

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The mix of music history, gear talk, and estate discussions keeps it engaging for listeners seeking behind-the-scenes context.
Some episodes touch on controversial takes about Prince-related topics; potential listeners should be open to exploratory debates.
Shows strong insider perspective on Prince-era topics, great for deep superfans and industry folks.
Guests are well-connected, adding credibility and varied viewpoints to complex music-rights conversations.

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Interview: Sandra St. Victor - Full Interview Only
Q: What was your experience working with Prince on Sanctuary and related tracks?
Sandra describes Prince as a genius who could work in many musical worlds, but who also challenged artists to find their own voice; she discusses the tension between following his direction and maintaining her artistic integrity, including learning to negotiate five-song constraints while pursuing her own artistic vision.
Ask Michael Bland
Q: What are your thoughts on Alphabet Street isolation of instruments, and is there really three bass tracks on that song?
Bland confirms there are three bass tracks layered in Alphabet Street; the final mix makes it feel like a single bass line, but it's the result of careful editing and stripping back to emphasize the groove while layering multiple parts.
Ask Michael Bland
Q: How did you get the Dreamer on Leno with Sonny? What was the path to that TV appearance?
The duo had been hanging around in Los Angeles for other work when Prince discovered they were nearby and invited them to perform, a connection that quickly snowballed into the Leno appearance and related Staples Center rehearsals.
Prince, AI, and Steve Parke
Q: How do you define the line between inspiration and copying when AI is involved in creating Prince-related imagery?
The guests explain that AI can borrow from existing artworks and photographs, but true originality comes from finetuning, finishing, and adding context or intention; copying exact pieces without permission harms intellectual property and misrepresents the subject.
Prince Celebration 2026 Recap
Q: What influenced the estate's release strategy for a flood of archival material?
Londell McMillan and Dominic Peat describe a foundation-led approach, emphasizing quality control, involvement of original artists, and staged release waves to keep Prince's legacy alive without overwhelming fans or risking misrepresentation.

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What is Funkatopia Live about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversational music show focused on the Minneapolis funk and Prince ecosystem, with hands-on industry chatter, live show anecdotes, and ongoing commentary about archives, releases, and AI in music. Episodes frequently circle around venue experiences, artist rights, estate decisions, and the practicalities of promoting and sustaining artists in the modern landscape, often featuring collaborators from Prince's circle. A standout angle is its heavy insider perspective on Paisley Park-era history, live performances, and posthumous project strategies, making it useful for listeners who want candid industry insight, archival context, and behind-the-scenes storytelling from a tightly knit community of musicians and producers.

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Recent guests on Funkatopia Live include:

1. Sandra St. Victor
2. Michael Bland
3. Morris Hayes
4. Shelby J.
5. Elisa Fiorillo
6. Steve Parke
7. Les Cleveland
8. St. Paul Peterson

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