Prepare for the funk to be unleashed like never before as the George H Darden “Dr G.” II Funkateers Ball descends upon the Bethesda Theater on September 28. This star-studded event will feature an incredible lineup of legendary and up-and-coming funk artists, including Brandon "Taz" Niederauer, Marcus Machado, Mike "Kidd Funkadelic" Hampton, Yahzarah St. James, Moon Newbill and DJ Lance Reynolds. Let us not forget the one and only Garrett "Starchild Jr" Shider.  Also performing will be Grooveallegiance, comprised of P-Funk veterans and up-and-coming artists, who join the event lineup, paying homage to “Dr. G,” Funkateers Ball Founder.   

The excitement kicks off with a Meet and Greet on September 27 (included with admission), where fans will have the opportunity to mingle with the artists and get an up-close experience before the main event. 

We wanted to highlight some of the artists taking the stage at the Funkateers Ball 2024:

• Garrett Shider (aka Starchild Jr), born into funk royalty and surrounded by the legacy of Parliament-Funkadelic, continues to carve his own path while honoring his father's iconic musical heritage.
  
  
• Brandon "Taz" Niederauer, a young guitar prodigy, has been making waves in the music industry with his incredible talent and stage presence.
  
  
• Marcus Machado, known for his electrifying guitar skills, will bring his unique blend of funk and rock to the stage.
  
  
• Mike "Kid Funkadelic" Hampton, a true funk legend, will showcase his unparalleled musical prowess.
  
  
• Yahzarah St. James will grace the stage with her soulful voice and magnetic stage presence. Last but not least, Moon Newbill will bring her own dose of funk to the lineup, while DJ Lance Reynolds will keep the party going on the decks. 

The George H Darden II Funkateers Ball promises to be a night of non-stop funk, soul, and grooves that will have the audience dancing all night long. Don't miss this opportunity to witness an unforgettable lineup of funk artists in one electrifying event.

Please make sure to check out the website below, which includes ticket links and special hotel deals to make your funkiest dreams come true in September!

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