Funk releases, week 36

This week’s funk-focused releases highlight a blend of retrospectives and new creative ventures. From Miley Cyrus’s upcoming album 'Bass Persuades' to Prince’s posthumous 'Timeless' and Erykah Badu’s collaborative project with The Alchemist, the genre continues to evolve through legacy and innovation. Notable moments include George Michael’s Faith Tour trailer, Bootsy Collins’s memoir, and fresh reimaginings of classics by artists like Meshell Ndegeocello and Kelela. The week also features live recordings, anniversary editions, and unexpected collaborations across decades and styles.

1. 01

   MILEY, Miley, Billy Ray Cyrus, Beyoncé, ADÉLA

   Miley Cyrus announces new album 'Bass Persuades' and Hollywood Bowl shows

   Sep 4 · 21 outlets

2. 02

   Beyoncé, Selena, Celia Cruz, Maluma

   Beyoncé releases B’Day 20th anniversary deluxe edition with unreleased tracks and collaborations

   Sep 5 · 7 outlets

3. 03

   George Michael

   George Michael's 'Faith Tour' concert film trailer released

   Sep 3 · 4 outlets

4. 04

   Prince

   Prince's estate releases posthumous album, 'Timeless'

   Sep 2 · 4 outlets

5. 05

   Erykah Badu, The Alchemist

   Erykah Badu et The Alchemist annoncent l'album Before the World Blows

   Sep 3 · 3 outlets

6. 06

   Conway Twitty, Commodores

   Conway Twitty's 1986 Country No. 1 and Cover of The Commodores Song

   Sep 5 · 2 outlets

7. 07

   Ad‐Rock, Beastie Boys, Mike D

   Mike D shares Ad-Rock's reaction to his solo album 'Thank You'

   Sep 3 · 2 outlets

8. 08

   George Michael

   George Michael's Faith video guitar up for auction

   Sep 3 · 2 outlets

9. 09

   Oklou, Blood Orange, Mustafa, A. G. Cook, Turnstile

   Turnstile – LIGHT DESIGN: BLOOD ORANGE VERSION (ft. Blood Orange)

   Sep 2 · 2 outlets

10. 10

    OutKast

    Outkast marks 30th anniversary of ATLiens with soccer nonprofit jersey partnership

    Aug 31 · 2 outlets

11. 11

    Freddie King

    Freddy King

    Sep 6 · 1 outlet

12. 12

    Aurel, Erykah Badu, The Alchemist

    Voici notre sélection des sorties d'albums de la semaine : apprivoiser le temps avec Aurel et voyager avec Erykah Badu & The Alchemist

    Sep 6 · 1 outlet

13. 13

    Kelela, Incubus

    Kelela couvre Incubus avec un quatuor à cordes

    Sep 6 · 1 outlet

14. 14

    Cymande

    Audio : Cymande live Jazz à La Villette (02/09/2026)

    Sep 5 · 1 outlet

15. 15

    Michael Jackson

    Michael Jackson : plusieurs concerts en hommage au roi de la pop sont prévus bientôt à Toulouse, dans des lieux inattendus

    Sep 5 · 1 outlet

16. 16

    Michael Jackson, Ozzy Osbourne

    “Everybody knows who Michael Jackson is – and I feel like Ozzy is pretty close to that too”: The iconic metal album Jason ‘Jay And Silent Bob’ Mewes wishes he had made

    Sep 5 · 1 outlet

17. 17

    Beastie Boys

    Beastie Boys' Licensed to Ill 40th Anniversary Celebrated in New Book

    Sep 4 · 1 outlet

18. 18

    Busta Rhymes, J Dilla, Betty Davis

    Busta Rhymes ouvre le coffre de J Dilla, Betty Davis ressurgit de Riviera 76

    Sep 4 · 1 outlet

19. 19

    Bootsy Collins

    Bootsy Collins publie son autobiographie

    Sep 4 · 1 outlet

20. 20

    Pharrell Williams, Pusha T

    Pusha T Reveals His Solo Album Produced by Pharrell Is Done

    Sep 3 · 1 outlet

21. 21

    Stanley Clarke

    The Saxophones Are Getting Louder — And ‘Boyz n the Hood’ Composer Stanley Clarke Can’t Get Enough of the Viral Trend He Helped Create

    Sep 3 · 1 outlet

22. 22

    KAROL G, Bruno Mars

    Watch Karol G & Bruno Mars Get Cozy & Playful Backstage in Sweet Video for ‘Still’

    Sep 2 · 1 outlet

23. 23

    The Clash, Joe Strummer, Mick Jones

    The Clash : Joe Strummer vs Mick Jones, l’erreur fatale qui a tué le meilleur groupe punk du monde

    Sep 2 · 1 outlet

24. 24

    Meshell Ndegeocello, Lianne La Havas

    Meshell Ndegeocello et Lianne La Havas nous offrent une sublime reprise de "Don't look any further"

    Sep 2 · 1 outlet

25. 25

    Kelly Finnigan, B-Sides

    Kelly Finnigan, B-Sides, Singles & Forgotten Gems

    Sep 2 · 1 outlet

26. 26

    Lil Uzi Vert, Infinity Song, Memphis Bleek

    Lil Uzi Vert, Infinity Song & Memphis Bleek Among NFL & Roc Nation’s 2026 ‘Songs of the Season’

    Sep 1 · 1 outlet

27. 27

    Angélique Kidjo, Pharrell Williams, Quavo

    Angelique Kidjo Takes ‘Bando’ to the Streets in New Video With Pharrell Williams and Quavo

    Sep 1 · 1 outlet

28. 28

    Snoop Dogg, Blippi

    Snoop Dogg Elevates Doggyland With Blippi Collaboration

    Aug 31 · 1 outlet

29. 29

    Stevie Wonder

    Stevie Wonder : la machine "spatiale" qui a inventé le son du génie

    Aug 31 · 1 outlet

30. 30

    Sly & the Family Stone

    "There’s a Riot Goin" : quand Sly and the Family Stone passent du côté obscur

    Aug 31 · 1 outlet

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