AN ORDER OF DEEP FRIED FUNK WITH A SIDE OF HOT BUTTERED SOUL, COMIN' RIGHT UP

AN ORDER OF DEEP FRIED FUNK WITH A SIDE OF HOT BUTTERED SOUL, COMIN' RIGHT UP

Robyn Schindeldecker

In a dual proclamation enacted by both Minneapolis and St. Paul mayors, Sunday will usher in the official Twin Cities Funk and Soul Week. A multitude of events will culminate in the release of Twin Cities Funk & Soul: Lost R&B Grooves from Minneapolis/St. Paul 1964-1979 from Secret Stash Records. Comprised of 21 tracks, the compilation offers jewels from soulful crooners Maurice McKinnies, Wanda Davis, and Jackie Harris, as well as funkdafied bands Prophets of Peace, WIllie and the Bumblebees, and The Lewis Connection.

Here is a list of the week’s festivities, including the aforementioned release party:

Sunday, September 16, 6 PM

89.3 The Current’s The Local Show will highlight Secret Stash Records and feature an in-studio performance by the Twin Cities Funk & Soul All-Stars.

Tuesday, September 18, 10 PM

Lady Heat Soul Party listening party for Twin Cities Funk & Soul at Icehouse. https://www.facebook.com/events/233015476821484/

Friday, September 21, 5 PM

Especially Funky Friday with DJ Larry Englund of KFAI’s “Rhythm and Grooves” at Amsterdam Bar and Hall. https://www.facebook.com/events/449742681737765/ 

Saturday, September 22, 7 PM

Twin Cities Funk & Soul Release Party featuring the Twin Cities Funk & Soul All-Stars at the Cedar Cultural Center. http://www.thecedar.org/events/2012/09/22/twin-cities-funk-soul-release-party 

Saturday, September 22, 10 PM

Hotpants Minneapolis Five Year Anniversary Bash and Official Twin Cities Funk & Soul After Party at Nomad World Pub. https://www.facebook.com/events/180473968753832/