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The
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James Brown band members
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video 2:
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 BIOGRAPHY:
Ladies and
genetleman - are you ready for star time? Please welcome to the stage....
50 years of James Brown Band members back together again - on YOUR stage....
The JB's - The First Family of Funk!
There was a
time…
James Brown,
The Godfather of Soul, introduced the world to a new language…the language
of funk. James Brown’s sound transcended all barriers: music, race, religion,
politics and cultures. The music of James Brown has endured throughout
the decades – through societal changes, music styles and personal struggles.
His music is enjoyed by billions of people around the globe. And always,
literally watching his back, was his band.
And now, they’re
back!
The Hardest
Working Band in Show Business – The JB’s – The First Family of Funk!” Starring
internationally-renowned musicians who’ve performed with James Brown over
the past 50 years, The JB’s are bringing to the stage that unique musical
language that The Godfather gave to the world!
From “The Capeman,”
Danny Ray, Mr. Brown’s emcee since 1960, announcing to loving audiences,
"Are you ready for Star Time?" ... to bassist Fred Thomas, with The JB’s
since 1971, and Martha High, who performed with with James Brown starting
in 1966... The JB’s are ready to make the world funky again!
With the upcoming
release of the James Brown biopic "Get On Up" and newly-produced documentaries
about James Brown and his times, Soul Brother #1 is hot again!
And for his
fans around the globe, hungry for his music and energy, there is STILL
one way for to get close to him again....to spend a funky good time with
his band - The JB's!
The JB’s is
the only act fully-endorsed and backed by the James Brown Family Foundation.
The James Brown
Family Foundation, which supports music programs for young people, shares
in the proceeds from every performance. The JB’s also offer an educational
component to any appearance...visiting and working with young musicians
to pass on this historic legacy through Master Classes.
The JB’s, The
First Family of Funk are perfect for any type of venue and event looking
to have their audiences Feel Good!
THE LINEUP
The JB’s ,
has an impressive roster of musicians. Listed below is the core group,
with the year they joined Mr. Brown. The JB’s performance is usually comprised
of 10 – 12 musicians.
Danny Ray The Capeman/Emcee
(1960)
Martha High Vocals (1966)
Tyrone Jefferson Trombone
& Musical Director (1979)
Fred Thomas Bass (1971)
Hollie Ferris Trumpet (1975)
Tony Cook Drums (1976)
Robert “Mousey” Thompson
Drums (1980)
Joe Collier Trumpet (1980)
Cynthia “1st Sister” Moore
Vocals (1984)
George “Spike” Nealy Percussion
(1990)
Keith Jenkins Guitar (1994)
Leroy “Funky” Harper Saxophone
(1996) |
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The hit
songs:
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Sex Machine, The Payback,
I Feel Good |
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Performance
schedule:
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Additional
news & notes:
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The James Brown biopic "Get
On Up" is released in theaters Aug 1, 2014 |
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Other files:
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Letter
of endorsement from Deanna Brown-Thomas, sample
tech rider |
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