John 'Jabo' Starks

Born: 1937-10-26

John Henry "Jabo" Starks (October 26, 1937 – May 1, 2018), sometimes spelled Jab'o, was an American funk and blues drummer best known for playing with James Brown as well as other notable musicians including Bobby Bland and B.B. King. A self-taught musician, he was known for his effective and clean drum patterns. He was one of the originators of funk drumming, and is one of the most sampled drummers.


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Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown

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Released: 2014-04-27

James Brown changed the face of American music forever. Abandoned by his parents at an early...

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James Brown Live At The Apollo '68

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Released: 2008-08-05

This was one of a series of concerts James Brown gave at the Apollo in Harlem in March 1968....

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James Brown: Love Power Peace

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Released: 1971-03-08

Live at the Olympia, Paris, 1971 is the only recording that documents one of his live...

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