: Keep parts "bite-sized"—think short rhythm guitar chops, percussive keys, and simple horn hits [2].
: Use ghost notes and multiple layers of dynamics to keep the track feeling alive and danceable [4].
To get into the right creative mindset, you can listen to this radio edit of a modern funk anthem: Funk Anthology (Radio Edit) Jonk & Spook - Topic YouTube• Nov 27, 2025 Funk Anthology
: Create a story centered around legendary figures like Prince, James Brown, or George Clinton [17].
: Focus on a heavy, syncopated bass line and a steady infectious drum groove [12]. : Keep parts "bite-sized"—think short rhythm guitar chops,
If you are aiming for the We Can Funk project, which blends funk music history with comic book storytelling, your piece should focus on a "funky journey."
Which of these directions— or music production —were you thinking of for your piece? : Focus on a heavy, syncopated bass line
Since "Funk Anthology" can refer to several different creative projects, here are two ways to contribute depending on which anthology you are targeting: For the "We Can Funk" Graphic Novel Anthology