Bootsy Collins first gained notoriety as a teenage bass wunderkind in James Brown's 1970s band, but found his real niche as a top-ranking officer in George Clinton's Parliament/Funkadelic army. Known for his virtuoso slap-funk playing, unfailing groove, and over-the-top wardrobe, Bootsy is revered by bass players as the link between Larry Graham and Stanley Clarke. In addition to recording several successful solo albums, Collins has played with several other like-minded space travelers such as prog-metal flash guitarist Buckethead.