George Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein (2006)
Don Letts's hilarious and colourful profile of the godfather of funk, whose 50-year career has defined the genre. From his 1950s days running a doo-wop group out of the back of his barber store, through the madness of the monster Parliament/Funkadelic machine of the 70s to his late 90s hip-hop collaborations with Dre and Snoop, George Clinton has inspired generations of imitators. Contributors include Outkast's Andre 3000 and Macy Gray.
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George Clinton
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André 3000
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Macy Gray
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Ronald 'Stozo' Edwards
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Overton Loyd
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Shock G
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Gary Shider
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Rickey Vincent
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Mallia Franklin
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Frankie 'Kash' Waddy
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Eddie Hazel
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James Brown
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Dawn Silva
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Bootsy Collins
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DeWayne 'Blackbyrd' McKnight
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Prince
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FAQ about George Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein
What is George Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein about?
Don Letts's hilarious and colourful profile of the godfather of funk, whose 50-year career has defined the genre. From his 1950s days running a doo-wop group out of the back of his barber store, through the madness of the monster Parliament/Funkadelic machine of the 70s to his…
When was George Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein released?
George Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein was released in 2006.
What genres does George Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein belong to?
George Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein is categorised as Documentary, Music.
Who stars in George Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein?
The cast of George Clinton: Tales of Dr Funkenstein includes George Clinton, André 3000, Macy Gray, Ronald 'Stozo' Edwards, Overton Loyd.