Deep Dive: Wheedle's Groove (2009)
Film Lens
Wheedle's Groove focuses on the vibrant music scene in Seattle's Central District during the late 1960s and early 1970s. It captures the essence of the soul music that filled local clubs and airwaves, featuring bands that gained national attention through major record deals and performances with artists like Curtis Mayfield and Stevie Wonder. The film is narrated by Sir Mix-A-Lot, a local figure, adding a personal touch to the narrative.
As disco began to dominate public demand, the film illustrates how this once-thriving music scene faded into obscurity. It provides a historical context for the cultural significance of the Central District and its contribution to the broader music landscape, long before Seattle became known for companies like Microsoft and Starbucks.
Why Watch
- •Meet the vibrant soul bands of Seattle's Central District.
- •Find out how disco changed the music scene in Seattle.
- •See Sir Mix-A-Lot narrate this unique musical history.
Did You Know
•Seattle's Central District was a music hub in the late 60s and early 70s.
•Local clubs hosted soul music seven nights a week during this period.
•Bands from Seattle performed with Curtis Mayfield and Stevie Wonder.
Perfect For
Seattle music historySoul music fans1970s cultural studies