Kool & The Gang Drummer George 'Funky' Brown Dies at 74
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George "Funky" Brown, co-founder, drummer, and songwriter for Kool & the Gang, has passed away at the age of 74 after battling cancer. Brown's drumming and co-writing contributions were instrumental in creating the band's iconic funk and disco hits, including "Ladies Night," "Jungle Boogie," and "Celebration." His drumming has also been sampled by numerous artists in pop and hip-hop. Brown's family has requested donations to the Lung Cancer Society of America in his honor.
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