Melvin Parker (born June 7, 1944, Kingston, North Carolina) is a drummer, brother of saxophonist Maceo Parker and was formerly an important member of James Brown's band. Parker's drumming style was a major ingredient in James Brown's funk music innovations in the late 1960s. In 1964 and 1965, Parker was the drummer on three of Brown's most successful and influential recordings, "Out of Sight," "Papa's Got A Brand New Bag," and "I Got You (I Feel Good)." June 7 is the 158th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar (159th in leap years), with 207 days remaining. ... 1944 (MCMXLIV) was a leap year starting on Saturday (the link is to a full 1944 calendar). ... Kinston is a city located in Lenoir County, North Carolina. ... A drummer is a musician who plays the drums, particularly the drum kit, marching percussion, or hand drums. ... Maceo Parker (born February 14, 1943) is a noted African American funk and soul jazz saxophone player, best known for his contributions to James Browns distinct sound. ... James Brown, known variously as: Soul Brother Number One, the Godfather of Soul, Mr. ... Papas Got a Brand New Bag is a 1965 recording by James Brown. ... I Got You (I Feel Good) is a hit song by the American musician James Brown from 1965. ...

Parker's first association with Brown ended when he was drafted in the mid-1960s. He was replaced in the band by Clyde Stubblefield and Jabo Starks. Parker rejoined the band in 1969, and appeared on the live album Sex Machine. In 1970 Parker was part of the famous mutiny by the James Brown band. After leaving Brown, Parker went on to join his brother Maceo's band, Maceo and All The King's Men. He rejoined James Brown briefly in 1976, and played on Brown's hit single "Get Up Offa That Thing." Conscript redirects here, but may also refer to artificial script. ... Clyde Stubblefield is a drummer best known for his work with James Brown. ... John Jabo Starks is an American funk and blues drummer. ...

Parker toured and recorded with Maceo Parker into the 1990s. He is now a counselor, teacher and case worker for an educational program called Maryland's Tomorrow, while continuing to perform with Maceo and others.