In this new video series, Zoro pays homage to those unsung heroes and creators of the funky beat. He chronologically traces the evolution of R&B from gospel, blues, early R&B, New Orleans, Motown, jazz, soul, funk, go-go, new jack swing, and hip-hop right on through to the urban R&B sound of today. Volume 2 - The Funk Era explores the evolution of funk drumming from James Brown to the disco era. Covers original songs by James Brown; Charles Wright & the Watts 103rd Street Band; Earth, Wind, and Fire; and others. Features ride work, touch, the authentic hi-hat approach to funk, and much more.