Mark Farner Interview, Lead Singer & Guitarist of Grand Funk Railroad

Mark Farner, the lead guitarist and major songwriter of Grand Funk Railroad, sits down with us on the Manopod podcast for an in-depth conversation about his music career. As one of the defining rock and roll icons of the 70s, Mark was instrumental in producing hits like “I’m Your Captain” and “Bad Time”. In this episode, he delves into his early musical experiences, including the memorable moment of seeing Grand Funk Railroad perform in 1971. He talks about the formation of the band after being snowed in during a 1969 gig and the challenges they faced, including encounters with dishonest managers. Mark reflects on the band's initial success, the deep impact of their music, and the dynamics that led to their breakup. He also touches upon his positive outlook on life, his contribution to iconic songs, and the potential of reuniting with Grand Funk Railroad.
Beyond the music, Mark discusses his charity work, his enduring 42-year marriage, and the lessons he's learned over the years. As he continues to rock on, Mark emphasizes the power of love and the importance of a free mind. Don't miss out on this journey of one of rock's legends, and stay tuned till the end for a special surprise!
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Mark Farner & Grand Funk Railroad
02:32 Mark's Early Musical Experiences & Seeing Grand Funk Railroad in 1971
05:20 Formation of Grand Funk Railroad & Challenges
09:30 Initial Success, Managerial Issues & Band Dynamics
18:28 Impact & Diversity of Grand Funk Railroad's Music
20:11 Mark's Positive Outlook & Legal Disputes with Bandmates
23:22 Behind "We're an American Band" & Songwriting Credits
25:42 Resentment in Bands & Pete Best's Departure from The Beatles
27:09 Possibility of Reuniting with Grand Funk Railroad
29:28 Interpretation of Songs & Role of Music Videos
33:54 Michigan's Musical Culture & Mark's Family Influence
36:00 Mark's Top Favorite Songs
37:07 Charity Work & Mid-Michigan Flood Relief Initiative
38:27 Mark's 42-Year Marriage & Secrets to Longevity
39:37 Mark's Favorite "Curse" Word & Its Meaning
41:46 Embracing Life Lessons & Path to Inner Peace
44:05 Drawing Inspiration & Maintaining Musical Direction
45:41 Mark's Legacy: Power of Love & Importance of a Free Mind
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[@blainepeschka3329]

I saw Mark in 1987 in Wichita Kansas. I was active in my addiction.(Clean & sober since 1999) We talked after the show for quite some time. I offered him drugs.Mark said “No thanks,God & the spirit is my drug now,but if you want pray,let’s pray” We prayed together! He prayed for me! Here is Mark Farner,a rock icon praying with a babbling drunk druggie after his show. I will never forget that. Very spiritual man!...LOVE

[@muscle4491]

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[@lovett1200]

Sorry I missed him in 87 in Wichita..but did see him in Wichita in about 71 .. what a great band ..wore no shirt only pants and he ran all over the stage...what a showman...what a great show...the ladies loved him..lol

[@riceski]

@@muscle4491 WOW - I went to GFR concerts every time they were in West Palm Beach Florida and he was always special as were the other guys. Mark is a good man. His life is one well lived.

[@msmith5121]

One of the most talented musicians to ever walk on a stage in rock n roll history!. Incredibly talented man! Guitar, bass, organ, harmonica, drums and wrote most of the songs. Unbelievable!

[@antarcticorb9197]

What a shining example of a man who really follows his heart!

[@billholt2198]

Mark Farner has to be one of the nicest, most sincere people on Earth. He is what you see, and that should never change. He's totally happy and content, and loves to talk about the band with no animosity.

[@lionheartroar3104]

Farner is a real rock hero. No pretension and honesty on his sleeve. Good man respects his fans. He is inspiring. I love him.

[@dianaallison6110]

Mark is a National Treasure..& this is awesome! Such an amazing voice & song-writing, guitar-playing skills 2 die for! Wish I could've seen GFR in concert back in the day..but glad Mark is still performing 🙂🙂💗💗

[@stephengiorgis7072]

That's what KZbin is for, Diana! Enjoy!

[@rhondaeverett8284]

Things happen for a reason an as much as the pandemic ...sucks HERE we are SCORING a great positive thing. Its very nice seein an readin others who know the importance of bringin our joy into our circumstances when we can rather than lettin crappy circumstances dictate our joy.

[@annetedraksler7332]

Freaking great interview Mark Farner is the best and you guys interviewing him are awesome too!!! You make it fun all of you👍❤️😄

[@jogischulz2576]

I was on GF concert 1971 in my hometown Berlin as a 17 y. teenager, now as a 66y. dude I will never forget GF, have all the records from the golden 70s in my vinyl collection keep on rockin' , love & peace from Germany

[@robertakline9785]

Absolutely LOVED GFR. Good to see Mark is still well and looking great.

[@tamarabradshaw4799]

One thing I appreciate about Mark is he never bragged about trashing hotels, escapades with underaged groupies, wrecking cars and he never became a drug addict by the grace of God. It's all about the music. It can be hard driving rock, rhythm and blues, or funk. He has a deep spiritual understanding that the interviewer tried to steer him away from, but I enjoy stories about the band and how Mark came up with the music for American Band and how he let Don take credit for the whole song. I don't know what happened to Don but it just goes to show you that you can let life make you bitter or you can keep a loving attitude and thrive. There's no excuse for Don to act like such a piss ant but it is a life lesson. In my opinion, as a fan, Don doesnt deserve Mark - Period.

[@Mff48]

true words tamara,a man of integrity

[@walterperrault]

Mark Farner is such a down to earth individual God bless him great interview

[@TheGipoman]

To Mark Farner. Blessings, Bro. Love & Respect ! I'm also a GFR fan since the time I, got 16.

[@ckstaff]

The guy was tremendous. In the mid 90's sometime when Farner was touring doing the smaller night club concerts, he swung through town here in SLC Ut. He was just killing it and what was so awesome to watch is everyone was so into it, even Mark. He actually stepped into the middle of the dance floor amongst all of us folks rockin out and he just jammin the guitar with us all out on the floor. Really kind of just turned into a party, like a bunch of friends.

[@luzmariacahero4874]

According with me, an important thing in the vocal music of Grand Funk Railroad is the perfect pronuntiation of Mark Farmer when he sings. Wonderful!

[@kidguzzi_chrisgalardi]

Fantastic interview. I was really happy when Mark mentioned No Lies as one of his top five favorites. Mine as well!!

[@timwhite5647]

So good to see one of my rock-n-roll heroes. "Closer to Home" was huge when I was a pre-teen...it really was Grand Funk! I love the story of them blowing Led Zeppelin off the stage in '69 at the Texas International Pop Festival not far from me now, just north of Dallas, Texas.

[@derhandtrommler]

He's told that same story before except he placed it in Detroit. I don't trust a word Farner says.

[@ronaldsweet3484]

Met Mark at a friends wedding (that he officiated). He is just the nicest guy ever. He somehow managed to spend time with everyone, and always had a smile and a kind word. For me, it was a chance to thank one of my guitar mentors, and one of the first guys in Rock N Roll that said, "it's okay to be a Christian musician". "Creepin", is still my all time favorite song. Love ya, Bro!

[@Mff48]

loooooove creepin too....

[@lfgone7014]

Closer to home and survival two of my all time favorites ,,,70s great time to be alive

[@justpassinthru1191]

What a great guy! I was sitting on the back stage stairs 18 years old, back stage pass, 1974 in Shreveport LA. and out comes GFR for their sound check. Mark Farner the all time rock king stopped adjust some stuff and said "hi, how ya doin". I was so stunned and speechless I didn't ask for an autograph or anything. Awesome concert!

[@MrRLRRLL]

First Rock concert I went to was 1970....BloodRock and Grand Funk Railroad.....I’ve been a huge fan of GFR ever sense !! Mark Farner is the real deal 🤘🏻

[@hurdygurdyguy1]

Bloodrock!!!! I played their live album until the vinyl wore out and to see them AND GFR??!! Wow!!!

[@MrRLRRLL]

@@hurdygurdyguy1 I did exactly the same thing....wore the vinyl to almost nothing....but I did find it on cd 🤘🏻

[@bassboye8959]

My late best friend band mate guitarist and I ambushed Mark at the Hilton hotel in New mexico 1973. We were like 13 lol. He gave us 4 tickets to his concert that night. Really nice guy. He had the longest hair I've ever seen on a man. Buff and confident. Walked like a barbarian king LOL. My sister used to write for the local paper the music review and we'd fan out on gig night often to get her interviews. We met alot of bands like that. People we're cool back then, approachable and kind. P.S. I'm glad Marks a Christian, And yes brother, I think only one person in the Bible ever met the almighty. Moses and when God told him to go retrieve the people, he asked, "but Lord who do I say sent me? " "Tell them I am"!! Great interview guys, Ty. Ty Mark!!

[@tamarabradshaw4799]

I ADORE MARK FARNER. He still gets me heated up 😄💗and his music still takes me higher. Thank you for the music Mark😃😄😊💗💗💗and thank you guys for the interview. Great question - What are you top 5 favorite songs. I'd love to see Mark do a TV show!!!!😃😅😃

[@mlbolts72]

Mark farner rocks 🎸🎙😁

[@fghhgf6197]

Nice best Mark Farner interview yet !

[@hyharmon]

May God continue to bless you, Mark. We listened to your music in West Africa. YOU ARE (GFR) GRAND FUNK RAILROAD.

[@misterstratocaster]

Saw Grand Funk three times back in the 70s & saw Mark just a few years ago.

[@dannymcrooster4089]

Mark you are a great artist and man. Thanks for this document.

[@timothybrock5922]

One of the announcers mentioned the first time seeing GFR was Frankfurt 1971,awsome that's the first of 29 times I saw them in the 70s,what a coincidence !!

[@leslie3765]

Love love love GFR and my older sister went to a GFR concert and was so excited for it, went and was up front and she made it 30 minutes before the band made her faint. She was a tall beautiful girl and as a kid I knew your music thru my 4 older sisters. I thank them for exposing a 10 yo to love music so much and would have loved to have seen the greatest band ever! I have been in love with Mark forever! Love and appreciation ❤️

[@patrickonvancouverisland9223]

Awesome interview!! Mark (+ the other😳😁2) were amazing to hear on the radio and on my hi fi stereo record player!! Thanks guy’s🤟

[@tonyr.logcabinstudio252]

Hey Mark, your band was my first concert back in 68 or 69 in Mobile AL. Still listen to you today!!!

[@lindabergman3127]

Yep I've got the Gfr album We're an American band

[@sosmra]

Love this dude Foot stomping music, woke me up , i remember hearing it and asking what is this and who is this and where can I get more, thank you for this great music ! Great interview!

[@arod7404]

Even singing a cappella, he still sounds effen great

[@patrickingalls5954]

Mark has been one of my neighbors for over thirty years. Genuinely as kind and layed back family man as he is talented. (Mark how about a neighborhood party once this pandemic is over?) Been missing doing the Locomotion ! Love ya old man!

[@rhondaeverett8284]

"Old man" maaaan his attitude is of a contentment with his confidence an joy that sure is the Same he had in early 70s vegas original convention ctr. Whatever age he is a COOL MAN. i hope ya get to dance to Locomotion with him again very soon. Have a blast😊👍💪😎

[@patrickingalls5954]

@@rhondaeverett8284 He is even more content now. I still like to call him old man, he just gets that great grin. He has ten yrs. on me and I wish I had half his energy. ( might be the wheatgrass his wife likes to get)

[@rhondaeverett8284]

Ah hah wheat grass and ginseng (he mentioned that in an interview). I saw him in the GFR in the 70s, i had the front row seat (which i wound up standing on.) Was amazed at how professional and talented he was! Saw many concerts but his live "Im Your Captain" just blew my mind at his confidence with none of the arrogance other performers had shown as filler for less talent/looks lol i guess now. He does have a great genuine smile. I was probably around 17 when i had the blessing of acquiring the memory of fully engulfed in live music i had previously discovered via radio then albums my chore money went on. Great times.

[@patrickingalls5954]

@@rhondaeverett8284 yep that's it ! I work in the produce dept. at our grocery. Always when the boss order an extra flat of the grass Mark would be in to get it. That was the last time got the chance to talk was back before this pandemic crap. My wife and I were cracking up after watching his interview. He was saying he didn't get his deer this year. We were on our way into town going past his place and I pointed out all the deer tracks out in front of his house. I can't talk I haven't bought a license in 3yrs.

[@rhondaeverett8284]

I bet he saw those tracks an said Gawd dam it! 😳😂 pretty cool him an his wife appreciate gettin down an dirty still aaand tell him i want to know if he went "man thank gaaawd i got a producer right next door if i decide to ask a neighborly favor!" So you produce music at the grocery store? Just kidding. Very cool having read your comments. Thanks!

[@bigdaddy7862]

My favorite singer ever!!!!

[@karenpiotte90]

Love to listen to Mark no matter what he's doing!!!

[@leonardlloyd1089]

Love you brother, ROCK ROYALTY! keep it " SHINING ON !"

[@davidtrail2696]

See you tonight in Chester, Mark! A dream come true to see you perform!

[@shahrul1962]

My fav band and soundtrack of my life since i was 10yo. I am from Malaysia, and i owe it to my late brother, who borrowed GFR's vinyl records from his friends and play it on his mono turntable. I would buy these records on my own when i studied in Australia, and continied listening to GFR Live Album throught the 80's until today. Never a day passes by with me not playing at least a song from that Live Album. Mark Farner, i just wanna say God Bless You for bringing us joy with your music.

[@jlsxs]

Mark, Don & Mel: 1969-71

[@Nonconformistwilderbeastman]

Just listened to this interview with my ass parked on a concrete slab 20 feet from the Mississippi river watching the barges float by here in Memphis with a doobie on my brain.cool interview man ✌❤🖖🙏🍻😎

[@lindabergman3127]

😁

[@athenakrassensky1647]

Best concert I ever went to was Grand Funk back in the 70's! Wow! I was hoarse, half deaf and sore from stompin' and clapping for half a week from that! Big time worth it! hahaha! :)

[@manopause3814]

Damn right, Athena! Rock on!

[@markmcintosh1832]

Mark Farner class act I had all early Funk records. Great music the best! Living Legend. Great interview 👍 His faith and life experience-man of truth humble Bless you Mark Farner🇺🇸🙏

[@johneasler9967]

Always lots of wisdom from Brother Mark

[@jeanconneely3602]

Great Interview guys. Mark is one of my rock heroes. And wonderful he's such a nice guy. A true exception. God Bless him 🙏

[@barrye5376]

Love that Mark Farners Music Keep Rockin!!

[@GtrPknMama]

Great interview with one of my Favorite all time Kick Ass Artists! Makin me wanna heat up some tubes and break out the Les Paul! Rock on…. ✨🎵✨❤️✨🎵✨

[@dorkydancer8421]

Good to hear from old Mr. Fancy Pants (Mark Farmer). Excellent Show boys!!!!!!

[@steveellis6090]

In the past we had some great movies telling the stories of some of the best musician and their orchistras, and sitting here listening to Mark Farner and the beginnings of Grand Funk, Well !!...here is a good movie wanting to be made !!....And that goes for many others.

[@frankhall7005]

Wow, I'm sixty and had his poster on my wall in the 70s he looks good.

[@jimmybare3026]

I can remember being amazed by how is it possible for a three man band to pump out all that sound. Favorite song "Parinoid"

[@victhedude417]

Grand Funk/Freddie King was my first Big League concert. November 30th, 1972 @ Forum in Inglewood, Ca. I remember them walking on stage to slowly intensifying strobe lights and the sound of a locomotive also speeding up! So cool!! And yes, I wasn't hearing so good for the next week either! 🤘😂👂🎸🎶

[@rhondaeverett8284]

Early 70s Vegas, i had the front row seat Directly in front of Mark SO of course i STOOD ON THE SEAT, HAD TO DO SOME SERIOUS DANCING while absorbing moments of a LIFETIME (including I'm Your Captain...Locomotion...!!!) Still feel blessed to have gained those memories. 🙏👍💪🙏😎😀🙏💙

[@phillyirishlass6513]

Was raised on Mark, Don & Mel. God Bless Mark & Thank you for this remarkable interview

[@jjwaters]

The greatest live video performance was 1969's Inside Looking Out. I've seen it over and over and over and still gives me goosebumps every time. Best live performance by any band ever imho.

[@manopause3814]

Agree!!!!

[@athenakrassensky1647]

Amen!!!

[@Fresh-tw7ev]

Why aren’t these guys in the Rock Hall of Fame. What a shame the activism that runs that place now.

[@michaelwenzel1682]

Because its a joke half the people in there have no idea what rock really is they should have been inducted 25 yrs ago ABBA really?

[@stakebeddriver]

Because the Rock HOF is a total joke full of people who obviously have their heads up their asses!

[@hurdygurdyguy1]

Because the RnRHoF is run by the the guy that founded Rolling Stone magazine, he's a douchebag gatekeeper ... it's totally irrelevant and meaningless, much like the Oscars

[@lindabergman3127]

@@michaelwenzel1682 u got that right 👍

[@wendywright5486]

Got grand funk live for my 7th birthday just listening to it 2 days ago love Mark !

[@SuperMatrix59]

Mark was Grand Funk

[@stevekone9310]

One of my favorite bands and favorite singers

[@DoonersWorld]

Great interview guys!!!

[@Mike-hr6jz]

Great show thank you

[@sylwiaoracz8779]

Great interview brothers:-), so nice to hear Mark Farner Grand Funk survival:-)

[@nashavelli9508]

AMAZING Musician !!!!!!!

[@DallasPix]

**Was sure hoping to hear what Mark used on the lead guitar on "LOCO-MOTION".. I believe it's a phaser...? Guessing** Anyone know??

[@sosmra]

Loved that Mark mentioned NY wnew , great station.

[@pepperjake44]

I had the opportunity to meet Mark in the 80’s. Total down to earth guy.

[@jmonk77]

mr limousine driver. Aimless Lady. GFR version of Feelin Alright. along with the ones he listed

[@davespargo5944]

Yo, JD, 2 of your 3 are also some of my favorites. Mr Limousine & Feeling All Right. And also the one that William Byham mentioned, R-N-R Soul.....

[@tamarabradshaw4799]

I’ve been listening to the red album in my car lately. That album just keeps getting better every time I spin it. 🎶Heeey, Mr limousine driver, can I ask you a favor please? Let her in my door and don’t look back here now more, I know you can do it ease🎶

[@williambledsoe2940]

I don't have the Platters, but I have T-shirts with the logo's on it and Pictures, when you played at the Variety Playhouse, back in I think it was 2016, great show! I'm 60 now, been listening to GFR since I was around 15, also saw ya"ll during Grand Funk's reunion at the Variety Playhouse, in Atlanta, Keep Rocking Mark! Don's Bastard child, the reformed Grand Funk Railroad is a farce, they suck. They played in Perry, Georgia, (my home town) at the National Fairgrounds, where I worked at the time, and they pure sucked, NO MARK NO FUNK! Love ya brother, God Bless!

[@hurdygurdyguy1]

The current incarnation of Grand Funkless is a sad shadow of the original.. Mark Farner's American Band outdazzles Grand Funkless up to 11!! 41:30 ... lol! For years, and I mean decades I had no idea what T.N.U.C. meant until I asked my younger brother and he looked at me with the "are you serious?!" look and told me to spell it backwards .... Ooooooh! 🤣 And that last bit of acapella put such a smile on my face!!! I can imagine others singers hemming and hawing, " aw, my voice isn't up to it right now etc" he jumps right in with such a joy!!!

[@ambientpizzavstheworld883]

Much Love!

[@hyacinth4368]

Loved you since 1970, Mark Farner! I have probably heard Inside Looking Out more times than you have played it, lol!

[@brucecronin6396]

Love the guy... Love his music !!

[@donpritt5160]

Loved Grand Funk Railroad!!!

[@leemark63]

You will always be the biggest RnR icon in my life. 1959 to present. ✌

[@PUncris1]

who wouldn't want to see sweet connie doing her act

[@helbitkelbit1790]

Sweet Connie is an actual woman from Little Rock Arkansas.she "had" more rock stars than anyone else alive or dead

[@hearswhat8734]

@@helbitkelbit1790 Does she have an exhibit at the ROF?

[@helbitkelbit1790]

@@hearswhat8734 heard her on Howard Stern , the broad was honest , and believeable .

[@juanconsevites6576]

Mark is the man...!! He got screwed by Don Brewer. I learned to play bass to the Railroad. Mark is a good guy.

[@chrisb3227]

No Farner no Funk

[@williamblair9597]

You bet.

[@charlesconnors7226]

EXACTLY!

[@kellydunn2528]

You got right -- Brewer still sucks

[@akimmbo]

NAILED IT. They kicked him out, and who listened to the NEW GRAND FUNK after that.? Saw them live in '70, still remember it...small venue, first song was "Are You Ready"...Farner came from offstage right playing the opening riff sliding across the stage on his knees. Best 70s band ever .. But YEP, no Farner, it was all over !!!

[@chrisb3227]

The only way we see them back together and probably for one night only is if they get that phone call for the Rock n Roll hall of fame which is well past due

[@rhondaeverett8284]

Well i had pre-manopod with Marks visit so might as well subscribe an ride out this full blown Manopause now. 😳😎😃👍

[@UAPch]

Awesome interview guys! I would love to interview Mark on my Channel if he’s interested in taking music and Truth and Faith

[@UAPch]

8^) talking, not taking (that’s the Government’s job) Anyway however you got a hold of him, if you could help me out, I’ve been a big fan for 25 years and my channel grew on truth journey, music, and faith.

[@lindabergman3127]

I'm your Captain😁 favorites are footstomping music And some kind of wonderful😍

[@2buzzed]

They were actually my first full concert. (Chicago Transit Authority was first but they started late and dad picked us up. lol). Set me off on a rock and roll journey.

[@charlesconnors7226]

I was there to hear the RAILROAD 2 Summers ago in Durand Mi. Luv ya brother! Chuck

[@helbitkelbit1790]

Durand ??? Holy Mackerel.. was there 20 years ago...dated a girl (Devil) from there

[@paulliccardo3484]

I like live in Bosnia!God bless you Mark!

[@kennethwhite5158]

Saw them perform my first time at Pirates World in Dania Beach Florida, all I can say is WOW!

[@ronnie5129]

I was a 16 Year Old kid in High School, I saw GFR at the Grande Ballroom and the Eastown Theater in Detroit, The Music Changed My Life, I Named all of the music that came from the Dertoit Area, ::INDUSTRIAL ROCK AND ROLL "", Anyone that Steals My Term Here, I Have a patent on my quote, I will take you to the Detroit River and we will go Swimming, , The Best 3 Piece Power Trio, Next To Cream, And Rush, Hands Down, Rock On, Cousin Figel

[@Elvisrivers1]

Love Bad Time. Great teen memories.

[@thedarkwizardroom]

What a good soul. I saw GFR as first rock concert in 71. Sold out show more people crashed through the lobby and it was a great rockin show. Bloodrock opened as Terry Knight produced that band as well and they were good opener. Saw GFR in 74.. then in 81 then the last time in 98 in SW Ohio the only reunion tour. Been a big fan and can always dig the albums as timeless as they are. And have the Long Beach Calif show on VHS from 74. It being a Japanese production company that got it out to the world. Had burned it to DVD as the VHS part of the DVD recorder went out. The Live Album just love so much as I do the Red Album. And on that Red Album Mark gives the cover Inside Looking Out a whole new meaning in that guitar he gave that song and Mel is so in the pocket on that bass. TNUC Don and the solo live on that song just as killer as live on Live Album as you hear it on On Time album. And the Shinin On lp and We're An American Band lp E Pluribus Funk and Caught In The Act Live these albums are such greatness to listen to. And the Live 1971 Tour album they had out is cool as well. The other albums are just some things to listen to as to GFR stuff. Thanks to Mark and GFR for the all out powerhouse shows.😊

[@don4476]

Mark is a force.

[@heresmytake2782]

I would pay to see Farner and Nugent hunting together or jamming or talking politics

[@mikew3494]

That would be awesome !

[@franknada8235]

If they'd have some tech savvy person set it up they could have a Mark & Ted Studio thing behind a pay wall. They could just talk or do whatever they like. This is the thing of today. Not to make a lot of money, but something to make it worth.

[@hurdygurdyguy1]

Me, too ... minus Nugent..

[@fyiyrcn]

What a beautiful person, I rocked GFR, in high school. You ought to hook up with Uncle Ted?

[@JC-oz6xn]

Love God, Free your mind, Cherish the resulting joy and you too will be who you're supposed to be as is Mike!

[@RichusRkr]

Grand Funk Live was my first GFR album and my introduction to them...

[@lindabergman3127]

Great voice still😍😍

[@johnhalverson1133]

Hey Larry....you mentioned the concert in Frankfurt. I was stationed near there in the army, but saw the Funk play at Schweinfurt in summer of 71. It was a free concert for GIs held at an army air base with Humble Pie with a stage made of flatbed trailers and illuminated by 3 tank spotlights. Great show but it wasn't listed in the history of both group's performances.

[@manopause3814]

That’s awesome! They were great! It was a real thrill for me to meet and talk to Mark!

[@johnhalverson1133]

@@manopause3814 It was a great interview. Congrats!

[@williamevans2484]

Lets get Grand Funk into the Rock Hall of Fame - Everybody write in to the inductee committee.

[@michaelwenzel1682]

Shouldn't have to do that they should know

[@helbitkelbit1790]

RR Hof is a joke.....Tupac is in.... that's all you need to know.One more thing..truth be told.One reason the Browns left town RR Hof

[@mrDCunningham]

I was born in Flint right by Averille Ave and the McDonalds he was talking about. Born in 65 so I was kinda young but watched them grow. My uncle Stoney was friends with Mark and lived right down the street from me but I never actually met Mark. I hope to someday. The man is Grand Funk just like Brian is the Beach Boy.

[@saudiarab1431]

it's a man world...my fvrite guitaris n singer all d time...

[@kevlar6328]

This guy was Eddie Van Halen BEFORE Eddie Van Halen....

[@michaelwenzel1682]

So true but I think he was better he could sing

[@enriqueobreque1020]

GRAND FUNK ...All my life

[@jimcampbell8061]

Farner IS Grand Funk