Roger Troutman

Singer-songwriter and producer famous for funk music

Roger Troutman - Singer-songwriter and producer famous for funk music
Born

November 29th, 1951
73 years ago

Died

April 25th, 1999
25 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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One of the prominent figures in funk music, contributed to the genre as a singer, songwriter, and producer. Led the band Zapp, which gained popularity in the 1980s. The band's hit single "More Bounce to the Ounce" became a classic funk anthem. Also collaborated with various artists, enhancing the sound of hip-hop and R&B music. Troutman's innovative use of the talk box was influential in music production during his career. Continued to shape the funk scene until his death in 1999.

Led the band Zapp

Released the hit single 'More Bounce to the Ounce'

Pioneered the use of the talk box in funk music

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