Fred Wesley is an American jazz and funk trombonist, best known for his work with James Brown in the 1960s and 1970s. Wesley's distinctive style blends elements of jazz with deep funk rhythms, creating a signature sound that has greatly influenced the development of funk music. He also led the Horny Horns, Parliament-Funkadelic's brass section, and his collaborations with George Clinton have produced some of the most iconic funk tracks. Wesley's contributions to music, particularly within the funk genre, have cemented his place as a significant figure in music history.