Jabo Starks
John Henry "Jabo" Starks (/ˈdʒæboʊ/; 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.
John "Jabo" Starks | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | John Henry Starks |
| Born | October 26, 1937 Jackson, Alabama, U.S. |
| Died | May 1, 2018 (aged 80) Mobile, Alabama, U.S. |
| Genres | R&B, soul, blues, funk |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Drums |
| Years active | 1955–2018 |
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