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Thumpdaddy, led by Donald Payne, is a high-energy Memphis funk outfit known for its interactive and crowd-connecting performances. Since earning induction into the Funk Music Hall of Fame in 2017, Thumpdaddy has delivered broad setlists that blend classic grooves with contemporary funk-pop vibes. The band released Get Thumped! on Bandcamp in 2015 and followed with the album Old School, featuring the breakout single Can You Get Funky. This page covers the band's biography, discography highlights, and upcoming appearances across the U.S. If you’re looking to secure your seats for a show, we’ve got you—your best bet for tickets is just a click away through official channels.

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Thumpdaddy's live shows are built on infectious rhythms, tight horn lines, and an engaging stage presence that gets the whole room moving. For booking inquiries, visit the official site at thumpdaddyfunk.com or contact via Hutch Entertainment's listings. Stay connected with the band through official channels: follow their updates on Bandcamp at Get Thumped!, and join the community on Facebook at ThumpDaddyBand for tour news, new releases, and behind-the-scenes content.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Thumpdaddy

  • Led by Donald Payne, also known as Thump Daddy, Thumpdaddy is promoted as a Memphis funk band/entertainers with a high-energy, interactive show.
  • Genre/style: funk, dance/funk-pop with broad setlists spanning classic and contemporary hits.
  • Inducted into the Funk Music Hall of Fame in 2017 for contributions to the genre.
  • Get Thumped! (2015) is a Bandcamp release featuring R&B/funk covers; credits include Shara Matlock, Steve Rhodehamel, Tim Grover, Greg Verret, and Ben Gauslin.
  • Old School is an album released by Thumpdaddy with Can You Get Funky noted as the first single.
  • 2025 tour/appearance highlights include: Funk Fest at Levitt Pavilion Dayton (May 31, 2025, Dayton, OH); Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival (June 13, 2025, Gahanna, OH); Fall Fest Memphis (October 17–18, 2025, Collierville, TN); Lafayette’s Music Room (August 22, 2025, Memphis, TN).

The records

Thumpdaddy Discography

  • Get Thumped!
    2015 · Self-released (Bandcamp)
  • Old School
    0 · Self-released / Independent

The hits

Top Thumpdaddy Songs

  • Can You Get Funky
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Thumpdaddy's live shows are built on infectious rhythms, tight horn lines, and an engaging stage presence that gets the whole room moving. For booking inquiries, visit the official site at thumpdaddyfunk.com or contact via Hutch Entertainment's listings. Stay connected with the band through official channels: follow their updates on Bandcamp at Get Thumped!, and join the community on Facebook at ThumpDaddyBand for tour news, new releases, and behind-the-scenes content.

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