Catfish Collins

Guitarist

Birthday October 17, 1943

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Ohio

DEATH DATE Aug 6, 2010 (66)

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About

Funk guitarist known for being a member of the influential bands Parliament Funkadelic and Bootsy's Rubber Band. Early in his career, he was a member of James Brown's backing band, the J.B.'s.

Before Fame

He was born in Cincinnati and formed The Pacemakers with Kash Waddy and Philippe Wynne in 1968.

Trivia

He played guitar on the soundtrack to the 2007 comedy Superbad.

Family Life

His birth name is Phelps Collins. He had two children.

Associated With

He is the older brother of legendary funk bassist Bootsy Collins.