His music remains timeless, and his impact continues to be felt even today. Here are 12 James Brown songs that everyone should listen to, each showcasing his genius and ability to create music ...

Rather, it’s a passionate piece of work. This entry on our list of essential James Brown songs is capable of propelling listeners out of their seats. That’s part of what made James Brown such ...

Back in 2005, Bass Player corralled Bootsy Collins, Fred Thomas, and Ray Brundidge, to dig into what it really meant to be a ...

Get used to seeing James Brown on this list because his records ... There aren’t only R&B and soul songs on this list. Some classic rap tracks made it as well. This 1986 record from Doug E.

writing hit songs calling for Black pride. As a progenitor of funk music, Brown with his band created a stripped-down, rhythmically driven aesthetic that has influenced world music from reggae to ...

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James Brown: Say It Loud,' a two-part docuseries ... perspective catapulted him to become a cultural force." "His words, songs, style and moves inspired musical revolutions and molded a nation ...

James Brown told me one time that it’s 75 percent ... I’d have my guitar I’d play, he’d be humming songs. Poles be in the water, we’d be fishing. And the next thing you know, “Oh ...