The Fatback Band

The Fatback Band
Formed: 1970
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Disbanded: 1985
Genre: R&B
Styles: Funk, Disco
Group Members: Bill Curtis, Johnny King, Earl Shelton, Gerry Thomas, George Victory, Johnny Flippin, Fred Demery, George Williams, George Adam
Biography: A seminal funk ensemble, the Fatback Band made many great singles through the '70s and early '80s, ranging from humorous novelty tunes to energetic dance vehicles and even occasional political/message tracks. The original lineup featured drummer Bill Curtis, trumpeter George Williams, guitarist Johnny ...Read full biography
People's Music
Released: 1973
Label: Deep Beats
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Following up on its first successful R&B single, "Street Dance," the Fatback Band released 1973's People Music (their second album on the Perception label). While it doesn't include any hits or even near ...Read full review
Let's Do It Again
Released: 1972
Label: Perception
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The debut album by the soon-to-be venerable Fatback Band is a mostly instrumental -- minus some "What's Going On"-style exclamations and raps in the background -- collection of pure funk grooves. More ...Read full review
More The Fatback Band albums: Main Albums (28), Compilations (12)
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