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Originally Posted by dean82 Jamerson, Graham and Prestia for sure, but don't forget to check out James Brown's stuff. His rhythm sections will give you an education in the ways of funk. In fact, check out this book called The Funkmasters-the Great James Brown Rhythm Sections. That will give you a good start, plus it's accessible for a beginner to funk. Save Rocco Prestia for later...Trust me.  |
Plus the Funkmasters book comes with two cd's full of backing tracks! I definitely give it a thumbs up as well.