"The power of music is life itself."

Bootsy Collins (1951)
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About Bootsy Collins

Bootsy Collins is an American musician and songwriter, best known for his work as a bassist in the funk bands Parliament-Funkadelic and Bootsy's Rubber Band. Born in 1951 in Cincinnati, Ohio, Collins rose to fame in the 1970s with his distinctive bass playing style and flamboyant stage presence. He played a significant role in shaping the sound of funk music, collaborating with iconic artists such as James Brown and George Clinton. Collins' innovative approach to bass guitar and his influential contributions to funk music have earned him a lasting legacy in the music industry.

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