Black Caesar
James Brown · 1973
36 min · 11 tracks · blues · funk · soul
A gritty fusion of funk and soul, encapsulating the vibrancy and struggles of urban life in the early '70s.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady groove for urban vibes
- gritty narratives of city life
- mid-tempo rhythms for dancing
- short tracks for quick engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, high-energy music
- looking for lengthy epics
Where this album fits
- Themes
- New York resilience· self-empowerment anthem
- Career context
- Released in 1973, 'Black Caesar' was James Brown's follow-up to the critically acclaimed album 'Revolution of the Mind'. At this time, Brown was solidifying his status as a cultural icon, blending musical genres while responding to the social upheavals of the era. This album reflected his artistic evolution during a period when he was deeply engaged with film and broader social themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Sly and the Family Stone· Parliament-Funkadelic
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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There's a Riot Goin' On by Sly and the Family Stone — Shares a raw, socially conscious vibe, blending funk and soul amidst a backdrop of social upheaval.Hot Buttered Soul by Isaac Hayes — Features lush arrangements and themes of resilience, combining deep soul with a cinematic feel.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Down and Out in New York City 4:46
- 2 Blind Man Can See It 2:20
- 3 Sportin’ Life 3:52
- 4 Dirty Harri 1:30
- 5 The Boss 3:17
- 6 Make It Good to Yourself 3:21
- 7 Mama Feelgood 3:32
- 8 Mama’s Dead 4:48
- 9 White Lightning (I Mean Moonshine) 2:42
- 10 Chase 2:40
- 11 Like It Is, Like It Was 3:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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