Papa Guyo Reveals the Story Behind Days of Wild (Prince Influence & NYC Funk Scene)

Papa Guyo reveals how Days of Wild was born from a deep influence of Prince and the Minneapolis sound.
A rare 2003 interview capturing the energy of the New York City funk scene.
In this archive episode, Papa Guyo of Days of Wild joins Joe Kelley alongside Jonathan Fritz and Tanya Michelle to share the story behind one of NYC’s most electrifying funk bands.
From late-night performances at iconic venues like the Bitter End to building a loyal following, Guyo reflects on how a spontaneous collaboration turned into a powerful live act rooted in Prince’s musical legacy.
In this episode:
• The origins of Days of Wild
• Prince’s influence on their sound and direction
• The NYC live music scene and performing at the Bitter End
• Sharing stages with artists like Sly Stone
• The importance of preserving live music culture
• Tanya Michelle’s journey as a vocalist

This conversation captures a moment in time when live funk music was thriving—and the artists pushing it forward.
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