Funk guitar rhythms are defined by their tight, percussive, and syncopated strumming patterns that emphasize groove and rhythmic feel over complex chord progressions. Typically played with a clean tone and a slight treble boost, funk guitarists use techniques like 16th-note strumming, muting (both palm and left-hand mute), and choppy, rhythmic chord stabs to create a sharp, danceable feel. Common chord shapes include dominant 7th, 9th, and 13th chords, often played in the higher register of the neck to keep the sound bright and punchy. Influenced by James Brown’s band (notably guitarist Jimmy Nolen), funk rhythms rely on “chicken scratch” playing, where muted strums add a percussive quality to the groove. Funk guitar often locks in tightly with the bass and drums, creating a tight, interlocking rhythmic foundation that drives the music forward.
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