Maceo Parker (born February 14, 1943) is a noted African American funk and soul jazz saxophone player, best known for his contributions to James Brown's distinct sound. He was born in Kinston, North Carolina in a musically-rich environment. His mother and father sang in a church and both his brothers are accomplished musicians (drums and trombones). February 14 is the 45th day of the year in the Gregorian Calendar. ... 1943 (MCMXLIII) is a common year starting on Friday. ... An African American (also Afro-American, Black American, or simply black), is a member of an ethnic group in the United States whose ancestors, usually in predominant part, were indigenous to Africa. ... Funk is a distinct style of music originated by African-Americans, e. ... Soul jazz was a development of hard bop which incorporated strong blues and gospel influences in music for small groups featuring keyboards, especially the Hammond organ. ... Saxophones of different sizes play in different registers. ... A saxophonist is a musician who plays the saxophone. ... James Brown, known variously as: Soul Brother Number One, the Godfather of Soul, Mr. ... Kinston is a city located in Lenoir County, North Carolina. ... Official language(s) English Capital Raleigh Largest city Charlotte Area  - Total  - Width  - Length  - % water  - Latitude  - Longitude Ranked 28th 139,509 km² 805 km 240 km 9. ...

He and his brother, Melvin Parker, joined James Brown in 1964; In his book Brown says that he originally wanted Melvin as his drummer but agreed to take Maceo under his wing as part of the deal. Maceo, Melvin and a few of Brown's band members left to found Maceo & All the Kings Men which toured for two years. In 1973 Maceo returned to James Brown's band. In 1975 Maceo and some of Brown's band members, including Fred Wesley, left to join George Clinton's Parliament. Melvin Parker is a drummer, brother of Maceo Parker and member of James Browns Band. ... James Brown, known variously as: Soul Brother Number One, the Godfather of Soul, Mr. ... For the Nintendo 64 emulator, see 1964 (Emulator). ... A drummer is a musician who plays the drums, particularly the drum kit, marching percussion, or hand drums. ... 1973 (MCMLXXIII) was a common year starting on Monday. ... 1975 (MCMLXXV) was a common year starting on Wednesday (the link is to a full 1975 calendar). ... Fred Wesley (born 1943) is a jazz and funk trombonist. ... George Clinton George Clinton (born July 22, 1941) is an American musician, considered one of the fathers of funk. ... Parliament was originally The Parliaments, a doo-wop group based out of George Clintons Plainfield, New Jersey barber shop. ...

Maceo once again joined James Brown from 1984 to 1988. In the 1990s he finally embraced a successful solo career. He has released seven solo records and plays 250 tour dates per year. 1984 (MCMLXXXIV) was a leap year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 1988 (MCMLXXXVIII in Roman) was a leap year starting on a Friday of the Gregorian calendar. ... The term solo has different meanings in a different context. ...

Discography

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External links

• http://www.maceo-parker.com No longer active
• http://www.maceo.com
• Maceo Parker at the Reigen Vienna - Photography by Johann Marcus Streitner
• http://www.bhmproductions.com