Latest News About John "Jabo" Starks

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• John “Jabo” Starks, the legendary drummer best known for his work with James Brown and later with Bobby Bland and B.B. King, passed away on May 1, 2018 in Mobile, Alabama at age 79 due to leukemia and myelodysplastic syndromes. This is a retrospective update rather than breaking news, as there have been no credible reports of new developments about him since 2018.

• Since 2018, coverage has focused on his legacy in funk drumming, his notable grooves on James Brown classics, and tributes from fellow musicians and Modern Drummer, NPR, and other outlets. The most recent substantial public discussions center on his influence and the ongoing sampling and influence of his work.

• If you’re looking for a particular facet (e.g., discography highlights, interview quotes, or posthumous tributes), tell me what you want and I’ll pull the most relevant details and cite sources. For example, key tracks associated with Starks include Say It Loud – I’m Black and I’m Proud, Cold Sweat, The Payback, and Sex Machine, all from his James Brown period.

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