James Brown
Barnwell, South Carolina, USA
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James Brown (May 3, 1933 - December 25, 2006) was an American singer and songwriter, eventually referred to as "The Godfather of Soul"(GFOS). Brown started singing in gospel groups and worked his way on up. He has been recognized as one of the most iconic figures in the 20th century popular music and was renowned for his vocals and feverish dancing. He was also called "the hardest-working man in show business". Brown began his professional music career in 1956 and rose to fame during the late 1950s and early 1960s on the strength of his thrilling live performances and string of smash hits. In spite of various personal problems and setbacks he continued to score hits in every decade through the 1980s. In addition to his acclaim in music, Brown was also a presence in American political affairs during the 1960s and 1970s.
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Best of the 60s: The Story of Ready, Steady, Go!
Nueva York: A Musical History of Latin New York
James Brown - The Night James Brown Saved Boston
James Brown - The Man, The Music & The Message
The Midnight Special Legendary Performances 1974
Casey Kasem's Rock 'n' Roll Goldmine: The Soul Years
James Brown Live At The Boston Garden - April 5, 1968
The Midnight Special Legendary Performances: More 1977
James Brown - Live at Chastain Park Atlanta 1980
