Bootsy Collins

A Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Bootsy Collins, born William Earl Collins, is a funk master.  Known for jamming in the 1960s with the legendary James Brown and later with George Clinton's Parliament-Funkadelic as the lead bassist.  Throughout his career, the Cincinnati-native has released more than twenty albums, playing with Bootsy's Rubber Band and his own eponymous band.  At the 2007 BET Awards, Collins performed "Say It Loud."

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Bootsy Collins: October 26

The master of funk and member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame turns 61. (Photo: Valerie Macon/Getty Images)

Bootsy Collins

With four decades of funk, bass guitarist Bootsy Collins has yet to put down his instrument, or his platform boots, bright bell-bottom jumpsuits, top hats and star-shaped sunglasses. From the groovy sound of his voice and music to his outrageous g...

Bobby Womack Diagnosed with Colon Cancer

Bootsy Collins tells fans Bobby Womack is battling stage 1 of the disease.

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R&B singer Raheem DeVaughn opens up about his involvement in the Occupy movement and how it has changed his life.

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The rappers participate in collaborative art show.

The Mo'Nique Show: Backstage with Bootsy Collins & More!

Behind-the-Scenes: Go behind the scenes with Rev. Al Sharpton and music by Bootsy Collins! (8/30/2011)
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