The J.B.'s

James Brown's very own band in the People/Starday King/Polydor days. Lineup changed prominently over time and recording sessions. But the main forces were:

Bobby Byrd (Organ, Vocals)
St.Clair Pinckney a.k.a 'Pink' (Alto-Saxophone)
Fred Wesley (Trombone, Horns)
Maceo Parker (Saxophone)
Fred Thomas (Bass)
John 'Jabo' Starks (Drums)

They used various guitarists, mainly: Herlon Martin & Jimmy Nolen