The Ohio Players were a seminal American funk and R&B band that emerged from Dayton, Ohio in the 1950s. Their eclectic style, which combines funk, soul, and rock, was characterized by catchy horn arrangements, smooth vocals, and a funky rhythm section. The band was composed of notable members like Leroy "Sugarfoot" Bonner, Marshall "Rock" Jones, and Gary Webster. They are best known for their chart-topping hits in the 1970s, including "Fire," "Love Rollercoaster," and "Sweet Sticky Thing," which have had enduring influence in the R&B and soul music scene.