Join us on Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley as we sit down with Linda Shider, legendary vocalist from Parliament Funkadelic and wife of the late Garry "Starchild" Shider. Linda shares her fascinating journey from her multicultural upbringing in Columbus, Ohio, to her rise in the world of P-Funk.

In this wide-ranging conversation, she recounts meeting Garry, navigating the music industry, performing with Parliament Funkadelic, and raising two sons who followed in their musical footsteps. Linda also discusses her aspirations to release more of her music, including unreleased tracks from her early group Legs, and reflects on the enduring legacy of Garry and the P-Funk collective.

Discover the stories behind one of funk’s most iconic voices and gain insights into the artistry, dedication, and vibrant spirit that define P-Funk.

Show Notes / Highlights:

1. Linda’s first encounter with Garry "Starchild" Shider and how it shaped their musical and personal partnership.
2. Her upbringing in Columbus, Ohio, and how it influenced her musical identity.
3. Transition from a shy performer to a confident stage presence with Parliament Funkadelic.
4. Life inside the P-Funk collective: creativity, camaraderie, and dedication.
5. Balancing a music career with family life and nurturing the next generation of musicians.
6. Plans to release her own music and preserve her and Garry’s musical legacy.

🎙️ Musicians Reveal with Joe Kelley features legendary and emerging funk, R&B, and Prince-associated artists. On air since 1982 and now spanning five decades, the show was personally spotlighted by Prince on his website in 2004. He also gifted us the One Nite Alone box set in 2002 — before any other media outlet.

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