THIS IS THE SHIT!!! YOU WILL BE BLOWN AWAY...FOOTAGE FROM 1968 ETC.


Press Release Source: The Independent Television Service
Edie Falco to Host New Season of PBS's Emmy Award-Winning Series Independent Lens
Tuesday August 9, 4:55 pm ET
Season Premieres on October 11 With Parliament Funkadelic: One Nation Under a Groove


SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 9 /PRNewswire/ -- The Independent Television Service (ITVS) announced today that Edie Falco, Emmy Award-winning star of The Sopranos, will be the host of the 2005-2006 season of the critically acclaimed PBS series Independent Lens. The series airs on Tuesday nights at 10 PM (check local listings).
"I'm thrilled to be hosting Independent Lens because I'm a fan. Every week, this series illustrates the importance of PBS. It's essential that there is a place on TV where we can see films that explore important issues and introduce us to exceptional people and unique stories," Falco said.

Falco follows in the footsteps of past series hosts Angela Bassett, Don Cheadle and Susan Sarandon. Series producer & co-curator of Independent Lens, Lois Vossen said, "I can't think of anyone we'd rather have as our host. Not only is Edie one of the most honored actresses on TV, loved by both critics and viewers, she's also an actress who has always been committed to taking chances artistically, whether it's on stage or in the films of such maverick directors as Hal Hartley, Abel Ferrara or John Sayles. She's been a passionate advocate for true independent filmmaking, a spirit embodied every week on Independent Lens."

The 2004-2005 season of Independent Lens was a knockout, with unprecedented attention from the press, audiences and stations alike. "We have received two Best Documentary Emmy Nominations, for AFGHANISTAN UNVEILED and THE DAY MY GOD DIED, which we aired last season. I think it proves Independent Lens is the place to go for unique and important stories," Vossen said. This season of Independent Lens features another great lineup of independent documentaries and dramatic shorts.

The fall season premieres on October 11th with the broadcast of Yvonne Smith's portrait of funk legend George Clinton, PARLIAMENT FUNKADELIC: One Nation Under a Groove, in conjunction with the release of Clinton's latest CD and a national tour.

More information about the upcoming season and Edie Falco is available at http://www.itvs.org/pressroom/.

Thumparello said:

Ok So let me get this straight, they're finally going to air the shit. Well Alright Then . Okay, then it is time to gas up the Org Mothership Pill!
[Edited 8/12/05 11:16am]

jw1914 said:

You may have a point.

MsLegs said:

Although this would be a letdown, I will be happy it's a program on P-Funk!
Last time I saw a show on P-funk was the VH1 legends thang back in '99.
I'll take whatever I can get and be happy.

Bfunkthe1 said:

Oh well, I guess we have have to be satisfied with what we get eventhough its scrapes. Well, I know the last time the special on PBS was delayed due to copyright clearances.

I think the loss of Glen Goins really put an end to the true force of P-Funk. Lord only knows what they might have accomplished had he lived and re-joined the band. By the way they say he died of Hodgkin's but I have always heard "rumors" that drugs did him in before cancer. Anybody else hear that?

brutusbuckeye32 said:

You can only wonder if there is truth to any of the rumours.

MsLegs said:

Does it matter? Know, no...
The Sun did shine yesterday, but THAT was yesterday...
I promise to funk...

Bfunkthe1 said:

As long as you promise the Funk, the whole Funk
and nothing but the Funk. Then, the Org Funkologist
is content.
[Edited 8/11/05 21:54pm]

brutusbuckeye32 said:

all I know is that Glen was the best singer P Funk had

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[Edited 8/12/05 0:25am]

Tosh said:

Meloh9 said:

Agreed.
I think the cool thing about P-funk is the P-funk ethic. George Clinton, Parliament - Funkadelic, P-funk All Stars, all the side projects,the line ups have been and are many. I have my preferences like everyone else. I like to celebrate the fact that there is so much to choose from and it's wide and varied. And good or bad, I'm glad it exists it all it's forms.
And I give it up for G.C and Co. for doing their thang. We should all be so privelaged.
The power of Funk compels me...

Bfunkthe1 said:

ya'll should click the link in my sig and check out my Myspace page. I have a live clip of Eddie jamming on Standing On The Verge courtesy of funky clips.

Meloh9 said:

Thanks. That just made my day!
What concert is this from and is there more available?

Bfunkthe1 said:

I'm not sure what show that was?? But Kidd Funkadelic and Rodney Skeet Curtis were there so It had to be a Motor Booty or Unlce Jam show...

there are some cool clips at www.thefunkstore.com

paligap said:

My boy pali wrote a whole thread regarding Parliament's deep lyrics.

blackguitaristz said:

Indeed, BG Baby. I remember that thread. This thread is deja vu all over again.

Meloh9 said:

I totally agree.

Anybody know what Glenn's brother Kevin is up to these days?

brutusbuckeye32 said:

He recorded in England a few months ago, with Ptheory.
On their website you can find this;

A article written by the Goins family, enjoy.


Kevin Goins, born in Plainfield, New Jersey (a.k.a P-FUNK) on July 26th. His god-fearing parents Bobby and Jesse Mae Goins raised Kevin with a strong religious background. Kevin starting singing at the age of three with his siblings, Mary, Tyrone, Deborah and Glenn. These singing adventures would include outdoor Christmas caroling, church choirs and school affairs. Kevin was surrounded by singing and instrument playing his entire life. Kevin’s grandma started the talent with her guitar playing which dwindled down to Kev’s dad Bobby Goins, his brother the legendary Glenn Goins and of course to Kevin. His sister Deborah can pluck a tune or two herself. Kevin’s mom and dad are responsible for the gift of his distinctive voice. Family and friends would always flock to the Goins home on family occasions knowing they’d be singing, guitar picking and washboard playing (kevin’s mom).

Kevin went out on his first tour with a gospel group by the name of “Sons of Emmanuel”. The group would do mini tours during the weekends through the small and large churches of the south. While Kevin was still too young to be by the side of his brother, Glenn was out touring with Bobby Womack, Johnny Taylor and later on Parliament Funkadelics, just to name a few. In growing up Kevin was a co-founder of the teenage bands, Lemon Gin and Eclipse , 14 and 15 year olds wood shedding in the Plainfield, New Jersey basements.

Glenn, occasionally coming off the road, discovered how well Kevin and his friends, Eugene “Moochie” Jackson, and Jeff Adams had developed their skills in music, and song. With Glenn as their mentor and musical guide, the group “Quazar” was formed. Glenn recruited a few more members for Quazar, Gregg Fitz, Richard “Shiadi” Banks, Peachena, Darryl “Major D” Dixon, Monica Peters, Darryl de Lomberto and Harvey Banks, all having gospel backgrounds. Glenn started coaching the group for showcases in New York, Montreal, Canada and New Jersey. In their showcases they attracted a great deal of record company attention for their brash mixture of gospel, funk and rock and roll. Lured by a demonstration tape, representative from Arista caught the group live, and within a week they were signed to the label. Clive Davis thought of the group as a powerful attraction and a force to be dealt with.

They were a very young band and didn’t have much professional musical experience behind them, but all had been playing for years. The music of Quazar got their music from God, form the natural key of that they lived in.

Just prior to the release of Quazar, the group was dealt a severe blow with the loss of producer Glen Goins, who died in July 1978 of complications stemming from an earlier bout with Hodgkins Disease. Not only did Kevin lose his producer but he lost his brother, who in essence was his hero. Through great mourning Quazar struggled to keep the group going but the loss was too great. There was a spell of silence and later the group grew dispersed. Everyone to go there separate ways exploring there unique talents in other ventures. In the meantime Kevin did a few gigs and studio work. He did an album with a group by the name of Space Cadets, led by Nairobi Sailcat.

After a few years Kevin put a group together by the name of “Sweat”. This group consisted of yet, more of Plainfield talent and Kevin’s family. The group would practice day and night in the basements of Plainfield. They did a few gigs and showcases in the tri-city area of New York and showcased for Atlantic records. Just before an agreement was made, Kevin made the decision to join a group from California by the name of General Cane. Mitch McDowell leader of General Cane became very fond of Kevin and they began to do a lot of work together.

Kevin and his then fiancée, Gloria Goins , moved to California to pursue his career with the group. Kevin remained in the group for about 5 years signing to Capitol Records and Motown. In the peak of General Cane’s career, their leader was struck down and shot to death in the office of his new Bail Bondsmen business. Yet another great lost in the music world and in Kevin’s world.

Upon returning home Kevin took a sabbatical for a few years, playing in local churches and working with his upcoming and talented nephews who later became known to the music world as “FAMLEE”.

Through a mutual friend and now manager, Barbara Thomas-Johnson , Kevin was introduced to Alex and PTheory and put together some great forces and talents with Alex to create a innovative version of Funk, Gospel, Blues and Rock and Roll.

MsLegs said:

I PROMISE YOU WILL BE BLOWN AWAY!!! BETTER SET YOUR TAPE RECORDERS.
ANY ANE EVERYBODY ASSOCIATED WITH P-FUNK IS HERE. FUZZY ,RAY, CALVIN, BILLY , BERNIE, BOOTSY ETC. INTERVIEWS WITH MANY SUPERSTAR MUSICAINS PAST AND PRESENT. FOOTAGE OF P-FUNK FROM 1968. THIS IS NOT LET ME REPEAT NOT LIKE THAT BULLSHIT VHS PUT OUT! THIS IS A "TRUE" FUNKADELIC DOCUMENTARY THAT IS TRUE TO FORM.

WAIT TO YOU SEE WHO THE MC IS.....SHH.

jw1914 said:

ditto that.

Meloh9 said:

Oh yeah I meant to tell you that that clip was from