Brown’s command over his band, The J.B.’s, is on full display, ... James Brown’s influence on hip-hop is undeniable, and “The ...

(Taking another hit and holding in the smoke) If James Brown's in a hot tub, that'd be some funny (bleep). “Back then, I hadn't smoked a joint,” Murphy admitted, “so I didn't get the joke.” ...

James Brown, 45, of Mastic, shot Umar Elquhir, 45, while he sat in a car outside Brown's home on the Poospatuck Reservation, prosecutors said. Skip to content Menu Today's paper.