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Maceo (pronounced 'may-see-oh) Parker (born February 14, 1943) is an American funk and soul jazz saxophonist, best known for his work with James Brown in the 1960s, as well as Parliament-Funkadelic in the 1970s. Parker was a prominent soloist on many of Brown's hit recordings, and a key part of his band, playing alto, tenor and baritone saxophones. Parker's rhythmic and rapid playing style draws on the earlier innovations of be-bopper Charlie Parker (no relation), and Cannonball Adderley, mixed with Brown's own innovations in funk music. Biography Parker was born in Kinston, North Carolina. His father played piano and drums; his mother and father both sang in church. His brother Melvin played drums and his brother Kellis trombone.Thompson, Dave (2001). Funk. Backbeat Books. pp. 176-179. ISBN 0-87930-629-7. He and his brother, Melvin, joined James Brown in 1964; in his

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Funk Overload
Funk Overload


Life on Planet Groove
Life on Planet Groove


Roots Revisited
Roots Revisited


Mo' Roots
Mo' Roots


School's In!
School's In!


Southern Exposure
Southern Exposure


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