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🎉 Happy Birthday to the legendary Sinbad! 🎂✨Born on November 10, 1956, this incredible African American stand-up comedian and actor has been keeping us laughing for decades! 😂 He truly took over the 1990s with his iconic, unforgettable HBO comedy specials. @sinbadbad

Happy Birthday to the First Lady of Funk! Huge birthday wishes go out to Carlon Thompson-Clinton, the lovely wife of "The Godfather of FUNK" himself, George Clinton! We loved having her visit us here at The Funk Music Hall of Fame & Exhibition Center. thefunkcenter.org

Happy Birthday to Felton Pilate of the Funk group, "ConFunkShun", (born November 5, 1952). Formed in the early 70's by a number of Vallejo, California High School Friends. thefunkcenter.org

Throwback Thursday! 🕒 Did you know that the iconic song "Pain" by the legendary Ohio Players was actually released as a single in late 1971? It served as the title track for their groundbreaking second studio album, which officially dropped on February 2, 1972.

Remembering Phelps "Catfish" Collins, Happy Heavenly Birthday (born October 17, 1943 – August 6, 2010). "Catfish" was an African American Musician, who played Lead and Rhythm Guitarist. He is known mostly for his work in the "P-Funk" collective and a founding of the Rubber Band!

Throwback Thursday: Taking it back to 1978! 🎶 The year is 1978, and one of The Funk Center’s absolute favorite tracks keeping the dance floor moving was the smooth, soulful groove of "Concentrate on You" by L.T.D. What memories come to mind when you hear this L.T.D. classic? 👇🏾

🕊️ Rest in Peace to a True R&B Legend 🕊️ We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of the iconic Freddie Jackson, who went home to rest on October 5, 2026, just days after celebrating his birthday. He was either 69 or 70 years old.

Happy Birthday to our Forever Mayor, Rhine McLin! Today, we are celebrating a true Dayton legend! Rhine served as the 54th Mayor of Dayton, OH, and continues to be a driving force in keeping our city's incredible culture alive. Dayton, is the undisputed Funk Capital of the World.

GROOVING TO UNITY: DAYTON CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE WITH ‘PEACE & FUNK’ LINE DANCE youtube.com/watch?v=HNO1afd_… #PeaceAndFunk #funk #funkmusic #thefunkcenter #InternationalDayOfPeace #FunkForPeace #DaytonInspires #linedance #thefunkCenterwebsite #GrooveToPeace #outreach

ONLY YOU CAN HELP US BUILD; THE FUNK MUSIC HALL OF FAME & EXHIBITION CENTER (DBA) THE FUNK CENTER! youtube.com/watch?v=2Ubmk-0l…

Remembering William Shelby on his birthday September 30th, we honor the life and incredible musical legacy of William Shelby (September 30, 1956 – October 26, 2021). As a brilliant vocalist, keyboardist, and songwriter, he helped shape the soundtrack of the funk and R&B eras.

We are live; Inside the International Peace Museum with TheFunkCenter are sponsoring a free Funk Line Dance on Courthouse Square in Dayton, Ohio, on September 21st, The 25th Anniversary of the UN's International Day of Peace. Located at 10 North Ludlow, Dayton, OH 45402.

We are live ; Inside the International Peace Museum with TheFunkCenter are sponsoring a free Funk Line Dance on Courthouse Square in Dayton, Ohio, on September 21st, The 25th Anniversary of the UN's International Day of Peace. Located at 10 North Ludlow, Dayton, OH 45402.

Happy Birthday to Jerome Benton (born September 19, 1962) is an American musical performer, backup dancer and comedic actor. He can be seen in music videos by Janet Jackson and Prince, but he is known for his association with Morris Day and The Time. thefunkcenter.org

Remembering a Funk Super Star, Mr. Daniel "Danny" Webster, Co-Lead Singer and Guitarist for the Funk group, "SLAVE." (January 6, 1959 - September 10, 2020). May He Rest In Peace. #funkmusic #RIP #daytonohio #thelandoffunk #thefunkcapitaloftheworld thefunkcenter.org

Remembering Fred “Timbales” Lewis: The Percussion Master Who Transformed the Sound of Funk! The world of funk music lost a foundational pillar with the passing on (February 20, 1951 – September 14, 2023). Original member of the Funk group; Original Lakeside!

Remembering Alfa Anderson (born September 7, 1946- December 17, 2024). She was an African-American Singer, Songwriter, Producer and Educator. She was best known as one of the lead vocalists of the 1970's Disco Funk Band; "CHIC". @dayton_show

Remembering Ronald LaPread, (born September 4, 1950- May 30, 2026. He was the legendary bass player for the Funk/R&B group "The COMMODORES" (1969-1986). Ronald was born in Tuskegee, Alabama. Prior to joining the Commodores, he played organ in a blues group called The Corvettes.