On this new episode of the Songfacts Podcast, host Stephanie R. Myers is joined by one of the true architects of funk: the legendary Bootsy Collins. His sound is unmistakable — the cosmic basslines, the deep pocket, the joyful energy that defines generations of funk.

Bootsy walks us through his new project, Album of the Year: #1 Funkateer, which he describes as a statement of “what funk is.” We talk about the spark that set this album in motion, what keeps his creativity flowing after decades in the game, and how his formative years with James Brown and Parliament-Funkadelic continue to shape his music.

We’re also treated to a special cameo from his manager and wife, Patti Collins, who adds a behind-the-scenes story about one of the album’s tracks.

If you’re a fan of Bootsy, funk history, or just incredible musical storytelling, this is one you won’t want to miss.

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