Producer, lyricist & vocalist, Michael “Clip” Payne is a prominent figure in the funk music scene, renowned for his long-standing membership in the legendary Parliament-Funkadelic collective. He joined the group in 1977 and has been an integral part of their sound ever since.
Payne’s distinctive style and contributions have earned him a dedicated following. Known for his energetic stage presence and powerful vocals, he has played a key role in shaping the group’s iconic performances. “Daddy’s Got A Secret” is a notable single from the project DRUGS - THE PRESCRIPTON FOR MIS-AMERICA. This project sprung from P Funk’s frontman Mike Clip Payne’s collaboration with Woodstock’s Robert Chicken Burke and Adam Widoff (Toshi Reagon’s Big Lovely), that grew to include an all-star cast of musicians. Joe Eppard of 3, Jeremy Bernstein of Stoney Clove Lane, Stephanie McKay (Mos Def) and Parliament Funkadelic’s Lige Curry and Garry “Starchild” Shider (R n R Hall of Fame 97).
If you’re a fan of funk music and the Parliament-Funkadelic collective, Michael “Clip” Payne’s work is definitely worth exploring. His contributions to the genre have been significant, and his solo efforts demonstrate his talent and creativity. Michael “Clip” Payne is on Toneflame Urban Radio rotation with the single “Daddy’s Got A Secret”.
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