The Strikers (funk band)

The Strikers were a 1980s funk/disco band from New York City. They had greatest success with two 1981 singles "Body Music" (#4 on the US dance chart) and "Inch by Inch" (#8). Members included Darryl Gibbs, Howie Young, Milton Brown (later of Warp 9), Robert Rodriguez, Ruben Faison, Robert Gilliom, and Willie Slaughter.[1][2]

The Strikers
OriginNew York City, New York, United States
GenresFunk, disco
Years active1980s
Past members
  • Darryl Gibbs
  • Howie Young
  • Milton Brown
  • Robert Rodriguez
  • Ruben Faison
  • Robert Gilliom
  • Willie Slaughter

Discography
  • The Strikers album

References
  1. Billboard - 26 Jan 2002 - Page 33 ... on numerous now-classic recordings, including Musique's "In the Bush," D-Train's "Keep On," and the Strikers' "Body Music. "
  2. Colin Larkin The Encyclopedia of Popular Music 2011 - Page 578 "club classics include 'I Hear Music In The Streets' by Musique, 'Body Music' by the Strikers, 'Gonna Get Over You' "
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