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Step into the world of Maceo Parker, the legendary saxophonist whose unmistakable sound helped shape funk, jazz, and soul across decades. Born February 14, 1943, in Kinston, North Carolina, Parker became a pivotal figure in James Brown's band, famously delivering the line “2% jazz, 98% funky stuff.” His solo career exploded in the 1990s with Roots Revisited (1990) and Mo' Roots (1991), establishing him as a festival favorite and a collaborator of choice for artists across genres. On this page, you’ll find a thorough biography, career highlights, and upcoming tour information so you can secure your seats with confidence. We’ve got you covered with straightforward, reliable ticket access for Maceo Parker live performances.

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Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Parker’s blazing horn, you’ll want to catch his live shows. Beyond his James Brown era, Parker has teamed with Prince, Candy Dulfer, and the WDR Big Band, earning multiple lifetime awards in Europe, including Victoires du Jazz Lifetime Achievement and the North Sea Jazz Icon Award. His discography as a leader spans from 1970 to 2020, with recent releases such as Soul Food: Cooking With Maceo (2020) and Soul Classics (2012). For fans and newcomers alike, we provide the latest tour info, venue details, and easy ticket access so you can experience Maceo Parker in person. Official presence includes maceo.com and a SoundCloud page for releases and clips. Date to be announced or RESCHEDULED entries will be clearly noted as needed.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Maceo Parker

  • Born February 14, 1943, in Kinston, North Carolina.
  • Renowned for his James Brown work; famed for the line '2% jazz, 98% funky stuff.'
  • Solo career kicked into high gear in the 1990s with Roots Revisited (1990) and Mo' Roots (1991).
  • Festival-ready collaborations include Prince, Candy Dulfer, and the WDR Big Band; won several lifetime awards in Europe (Victoires du Jazz, North Sea Jazz Icon Award).
  • Major awards: North Carolina Music Hall of Fame (2011); Victoires du Jazz Lifetime Achievement (2012); North Sea Jazz Festival Icon Award (2012); Rhythm & Blues Foundation Pioneer Award (2003).
  • Discography as a leader spans 1970–2020, with recent albums Soul Food: Cooking With Maceo (2020) and Soul Classics (2012).

The records

Maceo Parker Discography

  • Soul Food: Cooking With Maceo
    2020 · Mascot Label Group / The Funk Garage
  • It's All About Love
    2018 · Leopard
  • Life On Planet Groove - Revisited
    2018 · Verve / Minor Music
  • Soul Classics
    2012 · Listen2 Entertainment / Razor & Tie
  • Roots & Grooves
    2007 · Intuition / Heads Up
  • School's In!
    2005 · BHM Productions
  • Made by Maceo
    2003 · What Are Records? / ESC
  • Dial: M-A-C-E-O
    2000 · What Are Records? / ESC
  • Maceo (Soundtrack)
    1994 · Minor Music
  • Southern Exposure
    1993 · Novus / Minor Music
  • Life on Planet Groove
    1992 · Verve / Minor Music
  • Mo' Roots
    1991 · Verve / Minor Music
  • Roots Revisited
    1990 · Minor Music
  • For All the King's Men
    1989 · 4th & Broadway
  • Funk Overload
    1998 · What Are Records? / ESC
  • Funky Music Machine
    1975 · Excello
  • Us
    1974 · People / P-Vine
  • Doing Their Own Thing
    1970 · House of the Fox / Charly Records

The hits

Top Maceo Parker Songs

  • Parrty (Part 1)
    1973 · US #71
  • Cross The Track (We Better Go Back)
    1974 · UK #54
  • Cross The Track (We Better Go Back) (1987 re-release)
    1987 · UK Dance Chart #1

Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Parker’s blazing horn, you’ll want to catch his live shows. Beyond his James Brown era, Parker has teamed with Prince, Candy Dulfer, and the WDR Big Band, earning multiple lifetime awards in Europe, including Victoires du Jazz Lifetime Achievement and the North Sea Jazz Icon Award. His discography as a leader spans from 1970 to 2020, with recent releases such as Soul Food: Cooking With Maceo (2020) and Soul Classics (2012). For fans and newcomers alike, we provide the latest tour info, venue details, and easy ticket access so you can experience Maceo Parker in person. Official presence includes maceo.com and a SoundCloud page for releases and clips. Date to be announced or RESCHEDULED entries will be clearly noted as needed.

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