
John 'Jabo' Starks
Known for Acting · 4 credits
- Born
- 1937-10-26
- Died
- 2018-05-01
Biography
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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About John 'Jabo' Starks
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. With 4 credits spanning from 1971 to 2014, John 'Jabo' Starks has appeared in 4 films and 0 TV shows.
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Most Popular John 'Jabo' Starks Movies
- Mr. Dynamite: The Rise of James Brown (2014) — as Self
- James Brown: Love Power Peace (1971)
- James Brown Live At The Apollo '68 (2008)
- Give the Drummer Some
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