May 9th, 2026: Ken Duncan of Funk Daddies & MRB - Mary Runyan

This week on Corridor Blend during the 5:00 hour we featured Ken Duncan of FUNK DADDIES. The band has been together for 23 years and it reflects in the quality of their sound! We learned among many well-known artists that they've opened for over the years, that the list included, The Beach Boys and 38 Special! FUNK DADDIES are a horn driven - Soul, R&B Funk dance band!

Members from the corridor include, Anthony Hendricks, John Reasoner, Ken Ford, Ken Duncan, Dave Sawyer and Denny Ketelsen. These high energy musicians are inspired by Tower of Power, Earth Wind and Fire and all of the great Motown artists. They play at various events including, corporate functions, weddings and outdoor concerts. Their schedule is measuring up to be a full summer of events. The following dates are just a few...Saturday, May 16th 1:00 - 4:00pm, Iowa Lincoln Highway Bridge. Saturday, May 23rd 6:00- 9:00pm at Amana Performing Arts Center (outdoor event). Friday, June 5th 6:00pm - NewBo City Market,"Rock the Block". To get more information and other public scheduled events go to funkdaddies.com and be sure to follow them on Facebook too!

Other artists and songs played during this hour were; BOOT JACK BAND - "Who's Bed Have Your Boots Been Under",  MALCOLM WELLS & THE TWO TIMERS - "That's What I Like", PATRESA HARTMAN - "Queen of Everything", THE FASTER HORSES" - "The Flood", and SWAMP DONKEY - "Bourbon and Shame".

You can hear the interview on Spotify, IHeart Radio, or by clicking below beginning at NOON on 5/11/2026:

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In the 6:00 hour, it was a family affair all the way from Marshalltown Iowa! A huge thanks to MRB - MARY RUNYAN. It was such a pleasure getting to know Mary (lead vocals) and her family... husband, Scott (guitar) and their son, KC (drums). Their signature style is rooted in hard rock. In a world saturated with manufactured pop acts, they stand out as a powerful, electrifying live performance Rock Band, resonating with all ages! They play original material among Rock and Hard Rock covers. Check out their original releases on major platforms and follow them on Facebook and instagram. On June 6th beginning at 8pm, help celebrate Mary's birthday with their performance at Kenny's Garage in Waukee. Be sure to check their events page on Facebook so you don't miss any of their high energy performances! They are currently working on their 4th album and will be releasing it this year!

Other artists and songs played during the hour were; JASON BROWN - "Dream Another Dream, HOT KUNCH - "Cartographer", LUKE FARLAND - "Here To Stay", MADDIE WALKER - "Every Rose Has It's Thorn", JAKE STACK - "Elevator Shaft", and the HONORARY FEATURE  SONG, dedicated by Marcia Orr who listens from out in LA California... for all celebrating Mother's Day tomorrow! My Nashville recorded rendition of "Crazy"!

You can hear the interview on Spotify, IHeart Radio, or by clicking below beginning at NOON on 5/13/2026:

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