Bootsy Collins Archives
The 1969 Fender Jazz Bass James Brown Bought for Bootsy Collins Is Back on eBay
A historic 1969 Fender Jazz Bass purchased by James Brown for Bootsy Collins is back on the market, carrying decades of funk history and documentation.
Bootsy Collins’ First Fender Bass Just Sold — and the Final Bid Shocked Everyone
Bootsy Collins’ first Fender Jazz Bass, originally bought for him by James Brown, has officially sold at auction. Here’s the wild story behind the historic instrument.
Bootsy Collins’ Historic James Brown-Era Jazz Bass Surfaces for Auction
Bootsy Collins’ James Brown-era 1969 Fender Jazz Bass, the instrument that shaped early ’70s funk, is now up for auction through Heritage Auctions.
Bootsy Collins, Buckethead & Victor Wooten Drop a Funk-Metal Explosion with “Metal Health”
Bootsy Collins, Buckethead, and Victor Wooten collide on “Metal Health,” a funk-metal jam that’s cosmic, chaotic, and irresistibly groovy.
Bootsy Collins Talks George Clinton, Funk Legacy, and Bass-Driven Songwriting
Bootsy Collins reflects on his legacy, working with George Clinton, and the deep groove that made him one of funk’s most iconic bassists.
Relive Bootsy Collins’ Iconic 1998 North Sea Jazz Festival Performance with New Rubber Band
The mothership connection landed at the North Sea Jazz Festival on July 12, 1998, when Bootsy Collins took the stage with his “New Rubber Band.” Here’s nearly an hour and 45 minutes of high-energy, funky goodness.
Bootsy Collins Announces New Album
Bootsy Collins has announced a new solo album. “Album of the Year #1 Funkateer” will mark the funk legend’s 23rd studio record.
Bootsy Collins: The Influencers (with Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, and More)
Bootsy Collins has dropped a new single, and he called on some top-shelf artists to contribute. “The Influencers” features Snoop Dogg, Wiz Khalifa, Dave Stewart, Fantaazma, and West Coast Stone.
Previously Unheard James Brown Song Features Bootsy Collins on Bass
Universal Music Enterprises and Republic Records have announced the release of a previously unheard 1970 track by James Brown. The song features a stone cold bass line from Bootsy Collins.
Super7 Introduces New Boosty Collins ReAction Figure
Earlier this year, toy manufacturer Super7 launched a Cliff Burton figure. Now they’re bringing the funk with a new version of the Bootsy Collins ReAction figure.
From The Bottom: Digging Into the Bass Line on “Groove Is In the Heart”
In this episode of “From The Bottom,” Paul Thompson digs into the 1990’s #1 Billboard Dance hit “Groove Is In the Heart” by Deee-Lite (with Bootsy Collins and Q-Tip) and one of the most recognizable bass lines from the last 35 years.
From the Bottom: Breaking Down Flea’s Top 3 Favorite Bass Lines
Flea tweeted his top three favorite bass lines a few weeks ago, and Paul Thompson is here to share his picks and break down each one. Flea’s list includes some iconic synth, electric, and upright bass lines.