James Brown’s rhythmic innovations, particularly his emphasis on “the one” – the first beat of each musical measure – laid the foundation for hip-hop’s beat-driven culture. His music ...

James Brown revolutionized music with his infectious grooves and high-energy performances. His influence spans generations, shaping soul, funk, and hip-hop. From the joyous "I Got You (I Feel Good ...

James Brown — Live at the Apollo Vol. II (King Records, 1968) In his second live album, Brown presents himself as a modern funk artist with an energetic show that stretches over four sides.

DVD. This reissue adds a slew of performances not included on the previous DVD, presenting Brown’s historic April 5, 1968 concert in its most complete form to date. This concert is of great ...

Rounding out the set: the Boston Garden concert itself ("James Brown Live at the Boston Garden") and an earlier Harlem performance ("Live at the Apollo '68"), plus intriguing extras.