Behind the Hit: Wild Cherry's "Play That Funky Music"
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Tuesday, September 30, 2025 - 2 minutes
On September 30, 1976, Wild Cherry funked up the charts with their #1 smash “Play That Funky Music.” In this episode, Ben dives into how a rock band from Ohio blended funk and rock to create one of the most irresistible dance-floor anthems of the ‘70s.
Get ready to relive the groove that still keeps people moving nearly 50 years later.
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