MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Clyde Stubblefield, a James Brown drummer who created one of the most widely sampled drum breaks ever, has died. He was 73. His wife, Jody Hannon, says Stubblefield died of kidney ...

MADISON, Wis. — Clyde Stubblefield, whose 20-second drum break to open James Brown's 1970 single "Funky Drummer" became one of hip-hop's most popular samples, died Saturday, Rolling Stone reported. He ...

James Brown released a seven-inch single called Funky Drummer in March, 1970 – a loosely arranged jam session showcasing the talent for improvisation of drummer Clyde Stubblefield, who was employed in ...

› What: “Bringin’ da Funk” Clyde Stubblefield Tribute Series› Where: Waterhouse Pavilion 850 Market St.› When: 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 29› Admission: $10 donation› For more information: ...