The Brides of Funkenstein is an American funk and R&B band that emerged in the late 1970s as part of George Clinton's Parliament-Funkadelic collective. Consisting of vocalists Dawn Silva and Lynn Mabry, the band is known for its distinctive blend of soulful harmonies and funky rhythms. Their debut album, "Funk Or Walk", produced by Clinton, was a commercial success, peaking at number seven on the Billboard R&B albums chart. The Brides of Funkenstein's music significantly contributed to shaping the sound of American funk during its golden age.