Bernie Worrell – P-Funk, Bootsy Collins & The Woo Warriors (Early 2000s)

Recorded in the early 2000s during Joe Kelley’s Upper Room radio era, this rare interview features Bernie Worrell—Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and the legendary “Wizard of Woo.”In this conversation, Bernie reflects on his work with George Clinton and Bootsy Collins, while also discussing his own musical path with the Woo Warriors.He shares stories from the road, insights into recording live albums and DVDs, and his approach to sound, performance, and innovation as one of funk’s most influential keyboardists.This episode captures Bernie at a unique moment—balancing legacy with forward momentum, and continuing to push the boundaries of funk.