Funk on Ah Roll
James Brown · 1998
12 min · 3 tracks · blues
Rhythmic grooves intertwine with dynamic brass and James Brown's signature vocals, creating a vibrant funk experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Funk on Ah Roll (Gee City Groove radio edit) — This radio edit encapsulates the infectious energy and rhythmic complexity that defines Brown's approach to funk, making it accessible while still retaining his signature sound.
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Funk on Ah Roll (S‐Class mix) — The S-Class mix enhances the original with modern production techniques, showcasing Brown's ability to evolve within the genre while still honoring his roots.
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Funk on Ah Roll (Funk Monks mix) — This version emphasizes an experimental approach, incorporating varying textures that highlight the innovative spirit of Brown’s music and its adaptability to new styles.
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry in a vast catalog, not widely recognized but appreciated by fans.
- Themes
- late '90s funk evolution· urban dance grooves· brass-infused energy
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Funk on Ah Roll marked one of the later entries in James Brown's extensive discography, coming years after his peak in the 1960s and 70s. This album showcases Brown's enduring influence on funk music while reflecting his adaptation to the evolving soundscapes of the late '90s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Sly and the Family Stone· Parliament-Funkadelic
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Funk on Ah Roll (Gee City Groove radio edit) 3:48
- 2 Funk on Ah Roll (S‐Class mix) 4:17
- 3 Funk on Ah Roll (Funk Monks mix) 4:07
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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