The J.B.'s

The J.B.'s were an influential American funk and soul band formed in the late 1960s by James Brown's backing musicians. Known for their tight grooves, energetic performances, and innovative rhythms, they played a key role in shaping funk music. The band included talented musicians who contributed to many of James Brown's hits and crafted their own influential tracks. Their style combined soulful vocals with powerful, danceable basslines and rhythms, making them a significant force in the evolution of funk music. The J.B.'s helped define a genre that emphasized groove, rhythm, and danceability.