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Jimmy Castor, Funk Saxophonist Sampled by Numerous Rappers, Dead at 64
- Posted on Jan 17th 2012 12:00PM by Kenneth Partridge
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Born in New York City in 1947, Castor is best known for leading the disco-era group the Jimmy Castor Bunch, whose 'Troglodyte (Cave Man)' was a No. 4 R&B hit in 1972. Prior to forming that outfit, he played with numerous bands, and in the late '50s, he found his initial success as a singer, taking over for Frankie Lymon in the doo-wop group the Teenagers.
While 'Troglodyte' was his highest-charting single, another 1972 tune, 'It's Just Begun,' has perhaps proved his most enduring. The tune has been sampled by dozens of hip-hop artists, and it appears in the memorable breakdancing scene from the 1983 film 'Flashdance.'
Known as "The Everything Man," Castor was more than just a singer and horn player. As his website points out, he was also a respected producer, songwriter and arranger, and he penned his first million-selling single, 'I Promise to Remember,' before leaving high school.
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R.I.P. thee legend Jimmy Castor....My favorite Just Begun! Master Mind Rockers song thats what comes to my mind when I hear Just Begun!....
January 22 2012 at 2:02 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyRest in peace, Jimmy Castor. Lots of good music.....we had many parties with your music in the background. Gone but not forgotten.....your music will live on.
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January 17 2012 at 7:59 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyI grew up during the 70's and I want to thank Jimmy and other artist during that time whom gave us real music , sung and performed by the artist themselves,. Music that was fun, music that mean't something positive and music that touched your soul. Excuse me while I take a moment to wipe a tear and send out peaceful thoughts and prayers to Jimmy's immediate family and music family. Peace & Blessings. Beamon
January 17 2012 at 7:53 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplyR.I.P. Jimmy Castor....your style of music made a mark in this world....job well done!
January 17 2012 at 7:49 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down ReplySpace Age was my favorite Jimmy Castor tune pure Psychedelic Funk!
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