James Brown - RIP
Christmas morning 2006: Received a text message at 5:15 a.m. from my son telling me that he had just saw a report on cable tv with the news that legend James Brown was dead - hard to believe - since JB was always on the move - had several gigs lined up (was going to be in California & Las Vegas in the spring).... he was referred to as the "hardest working man in show business" - and this moniker was provided to him by other hard working folks in show business. Anyway, a legend now gone - but surely not forgotten.
Brown was emulated, respected and appreciated by many - a true funk-soul-R&B pioneer. Will never forget seeing him in person - along with his backing band - Fred Wesley & the JB's - truly awesome performance - and all that he was said to be came to life before my very (young) eyes - at the Circle Star Theater, San Carlos (with the slowly revolving stage - providing everyone a straight-shot view of the performers).
JB was also referred to as the "Godfather of Soul" - a title that he proudly lived out - don't think that anyone will step up to take his place - as his place in music and culture was unique and one of a kind - he will continued to copied and admired - but never duplicated... when he was created the Master threw away the mold.
Many are very familiar 2 of JB's hits: "Papa's Got A Brand New Bag" and "I Feel Good", but check out "The Big Payback", "Get Up Offa That Thing" and "Papa Don't Take No Mess, Pt.1" for funk at its finest....
JB RIP.
Brown was emulated, respected and appreciated by many - a true funk-soul-R&B pioneer. Will never forget seeing him in person - along with his backing band - Fred Wesley & the JB's - truly awesome performance - and all that he was said to be came to life before my very (young) eyes - at the Circle Star Theater, San Carlos (with the slowly revolving stage - providing everyone a straight-shot view of the performers).
JB was also referred to as the "Godfather of Soul" - a title that he proudly lived out - don't think that anyone will step up to take his place - as his place in music and culture was unique and one of a kind - he will continued to copied and admired - but never duplicated... when he was created the Master threw away the mold.
Many are very familiar 2 of JB's hits: "Papa's Got A Brand New Bag" and "I Feel Good", but check out "The Big Payback", "Get Up Offa That Thing" and "Papa Don't Take No Mess, Pt.1" for funk at its finest....
JB RIP.
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