sonnymax Posted January 28, 2013 Report Posted January 28, 2013 CINCINNATI — Leroy "Sugarfoot" Bonner, frontman for the hit-making funk music band the Ohio Players, has died. He was 69. The Ohio Players, known for their brassy dance music, catchy lyrics and flamboyant outfits, topped music charts in the 1970s with hits such as "Love Rollercoaster," "Fire," "Skin Tight" and "Funky Worm." Obit. Quote
JSngry Posted January 28, 2013 Report Posted January 28, 2013 Funky Worm...try hearing THAT on the radio for the first time! Quote
jazzbo Posted January 28, 2013 Report Posted January 28, 2013 One of the bands I've seen most in my life, and a big favorite during the 'seventies. RIP Bonner and thanks! Quote
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