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Born: October 26, 1951 in Cincinnati, OH
Years Active: 70 's, 80 's, 90 's, 00's
Genre: R&B

Biography
Bootsy (born William Collins, October 26, 1951, Cincinnati) is a funk/R&B bassist/singer/bandleader. He formed his first group, the Pacesetters, in 1968, featuring Phelps "Catfish" Collins (his brother; guitar), Frankie "Kash" Waddy (drums), and Philippe Wynne. From 1969 to 1971, the group functioned as James Brown's backup band and was dubbed ... Continue Bio >>

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Party On Plastic (What's Bootsy Doin')

Discography:
2006 Christmas Is 4 Ever
2005 Fear Da Tiger
2004 Live in Oklahoma 1976
2002 Play with Bootsy
1999 Live in Louisville 1978
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Member Of: Science Faxtion Funkadelic Parliament More >> Similar Artists: P-Funk All Stars The Ohio Players Zapp The Gap Band L.T.D. More >>

Influenced By: Sylvester "Sly Stone" Stewart More >> Followers: Low Profile Shag The Red Hot Chili Peppers Dudley Perkins The ADC Band More >>

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