James Brown’s influence on hip-hop is undeniable, and “The Payback” (1973) is one of the most sampled songs in the genre.

James Brown always knew his measure. He thought very highly of his favorite person, James Brown, and was convinced that guy could do just about anything he set his mind to. Asked how he survived ...

James Brown returned to a Billboard chart thanks to a prominent sample. Luther Vandross and Cheryl Lynn did not. When it comes to samples, "everything is negotiable." By Elias Leight In early ...

Norfolk Harborfest will be headlined by Lettuce, Chase Rice, and The Big Payback: A James Brown Tribute. <a href=" ...

The One: The Life and Music of James Brown by RJ Smith records, corrects and carves out historical significance of James Brown's life. Mark Ulriksen The One: The Life and Music of James Brown RJ ...