Fred Thomas

Funk Originator & 35-Year James Brown Bassist Fred Thomas Releases Solo Debut Single w/ Clyde Stubblefield on Drums

Fans have heard Fred Thomas on James Brown & The J.B.s’ “Pass the Peas,” “Hot Pants,” “Doing it to Death (Funky Good Time),” “Get on the Good Foot,” and other hits from the origins of funk. From 1971 to 2006, Fred Thomas of the J.B.’s was the primary bassist for the Godfather of Soul, Mr. James Brown.

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