Bobby Howard Byrd is an American singer, songwriter, conductor, guide, record producer and musician who plays a key role in the development of soul and funk alongside James Brown. . Byrd began his career in 1952 as a member of the gospel group People with the Light of the Gospel, later renamed Avons in 1953 and Five Royals in 1954, before moving on to name Flames in 1955 before that Brown did not join the group. C & ocirc; ng; Their representative then changed it to The Famous Flames. Byrd is the founder of The Flames, is credited with discovering James Brown, and is also responsible for writing most of James Brown's hits. As the founder of the band and one of the band's longest-serving members, Byrd was honored at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2012. Byrd is also the recipient of the Rhythm and Blues Foundation's Pioneer Award of the year. 1998 .
He is best known as the founder of the legendary R&B group The Famous Flames and the guy who discovered James Brown, the celebrated funk and soul vocalist. In 1998, the Rhythm and Blues Foundation honored Byrd with the prestigious Pioneer Award.
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