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Born as the “off-days project” of legendary P-Funk vocalist Mike "Clip" Payne, The 420 Funk Mob has exploded into one of the most electrifying and unpredictable jam bands on the planet. Think Sly Stone colliding with Jimi Hendrix and the Grateful Dead in a euphoric, psychedelic funk-rock showdown. This isn’t just a band—it’s a movement. The Mob’s revolving door of musical heavyweights has included current and former members of P-Funk, Prince, and Outkast.

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What do you love about music and performing? Music isn’t just something I listen to, it’s how I process the world. It helps me notice things I might have overlooked, bringing clarity to my racing mind. Classical music, in particular, fuels my thoughts, but I appreciate almost every genre. It’s my escape, my focus, and my energy. When I perform, music locks me into a zone—one that nothing can break through. It’s just me, the sound, and the moment.

Who are your biggest music inspirations and dream collaborators? When it comes to inspiration, two names stand above the rest for me, George Clinton and Sly Stone. George my friend, mentor, and the mastermind behind Parliament-Funkadelic didn’t just make music; he reinvented it. He created a sound that had never been heard before, bending the rules and reshaping the industry. Then there’s Sly Stone a true revolutionary. He didn’t just make hits, he changed a generation, whether they were ready or not. He was the hippiest of the hippies, the blackest of the blacks completely one of a kind. Everything about him was groundbreaking. No one had seen girls on trumpets or wah-wah pedals on keyboards until he made it happen. Both George and Sly didn’t just influence music—they redefined it. Their impact on sound, style, and culture is undeniable, and their fearless creativity continues to inspire me every day. If I could collaborate with anyone, it would be Childish Gambino no question. The way he approaches funk is on another level. Funk has evolved since I first started making music, and in today’s world, nobody does it better than him. I’d love to get in the studio with him, blend our generations of funk, and create something the world hasn’t heard since the golden era. Imagine the groove, the energy, the innovation we’d be cooking up one of the funkiest albums of the century. The funk revolution needs this!

What makes you the Next Music Star? I’m the next music star because my sound is already out of style and that’s exactly why it’s needed. The kind of music I make isn’t heard anymore, but I’m here to change that. I’m ready to reinvent, reimagine, and revive a style that deserves a new life. This isn’t about nostalgia, it’s about evolution. I want to take what made this music great and transform it into something fresh, something the new generation can vibe with while still keeping its raw, organic essence. Our sound is real, timeless, and for everyone. Get ready because the future of music starts with the past, and I’m here to bridge that gap.

What would you do with the $10,000? If I had $10K, there’s only one place it would go and that's back into the music. I just released an album, and I’m ready to take it to the next level by pressing it on vinyl. There’s nothing like holding a record in your hands, feeling the grooves, and experiencing the music the way it was meant to be heard. But that’s just the beginning. I'd also use the money to get into the studio, make more new music, and keep the funk alive. Beyond my band's projects, I want to elevate my record label, Wefunk Ad2k Entertainment, and bring in fresh talent—artists who are ready to innovate and push the sound forward. This isn’t just about making music, it’s about building a movement. The funk never stops, and with the right resources, I’m making sure it reaches every corner of the world.

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