Acclaimed singer-songwriter, musician, and children’s recording artist Doctor Noize has released his latest single and music video, “Funk The Planet,” a vibrant blend of music, humor, and environmental awareness. The track is on his upcoming retrospective album, Positive Energy! (The Music of Doctor Noize), and celebrates creativity, community, and sustainability.
The release is significant as it marks the final song from Doctor Noize’s all-star side project, Konshens & The Earth Band. The group includes rapper and poet Konshens The MC from Washington, D.C., son of hip-hop pioneer Master Gee of The Sugarhill Gang, multi-Grammy Award winner and UN Goodwill Ambassador Ricky Kej from India, and multi-Grammy-winning producer Lonnie Park from New York.
“Funk The Planet” combines hip hop, pop, and uplifting storytelling while delivering a positive call to action for environmental protection. The song balances heart, humor, and energy, encouraging listeners to celebrate the planet and recognize the importance of preserving it for future generations.
The accompanying music video further enhances the message through a creative mix of live-action footage and animation. The video was written and directed by Sidney Cullinan, Doctor Noize’s daughter and a Silver Scholar at the Yale School of Management. Cullinan has earned recognition for directing projects ranging from music videos for Grammy-winning artists to avant-garde productions, consistently bringing a strong artistic vision to her work.
Doctor Noize, whose real name is Cory Cullinan, has built a remarkable career spanning music, education, entrepreneurship, and community leadership. A graduate of Stanford University’s music program and holder of a Master’s degree in Recording Arts, he has spent decades creating music that entertains while educating audiences of all ages.
His catalog blends high-quality production, engaging storytelling, and meaningful themes. Through memorable characters and adventurous narratives, his work introduces listeners to concepts such as music education, language, leadership, sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion without sacrificing entertainment value.
Beyond his recordings, Doctor Noize is known for his energetic one-man-band performances, where he sings, plays multiple instruments, creates live loops, and writes songs with audience participation. His performances range from intimate acoustic shows and book readings to large-scale symphonic presentations, including his acclaimed production Phineas McBoof Crashes the Symphony, which introduces audiences to orchestral music in an accessible and engaging way.
His influence extends into education as well. Drawing on research from his Master’s Thesis on Recording Arts Education, Doctor Noize has created innovative workshops and learning programs that have inspired students and educators alike. Throughout his career, he has served as a university professor, Director of Recording Arts, arts department leader, and advisor to numerous organizations in music, education, and sustainability.
While Doctor Noize continues to create impactful work for children and families, Cory Cullinan also maintains a successful parallel career as a songwriter, producer, composer, performer, and owner of multimedia production company Reach Studios. Despite his many accomplishments, he often describes his most important role as husband and father to his family, who continue to inspire his creative journey.
Released on World Environment Day, “Funk The Planet” reflects Doctor Noize’s long-standing commitment to combining entertainment with meaningful messages. Through music, storytelling, and a spirit of optimism, he continues to encourage audiences to embrace creativity, curiosity, community, and care for the world around them.
Watch the official video of Funk The Planet here:
Listen to Funk The World on Spotify:
You can connect with Doctor Noize through doctornoize.com, Facebook @corycullinan and YouTube @doctornoize
You can reach Ricky Kej through rickykej.com, Lonnie Park through lonniepark.com and Konshens The MC through konshens.com
