The Blackbyrds

American rhythm and blues and jazz-funk fusion group, inspired by trumpeter Donald Byrd. Formed in Washington, D.C., in 1973, & released seven original albums and one remixes compilation for Fantasy between 1974 and 1980. Reformed in 2012 by Keith Killgo. Had members: Allan Barnes (b.1949, Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A.) (reeds). Barney Perry (b.1953, Buffalo, New York, U.S.A.) (guitar).