Funk Power 1970: A Brand New Thang
James Brown · 1996
78 min · 10 tracks · blues · funk · soul
An electrifying blend of funk and soul, pulsating with energy and infectious rhythms that compel movement.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its curation of classic tracks that defined the funk genre and showcased Brown's unmatched stage presence. It serves as both a celebration of his legacy and an educational resource for understanding the evolution of funk music, influencing countless artists across genres.
- Best for
- infectious rhythms for dancing dynamic peaks and valleys pulsating energy throughout album
- Context
- Released in 1996, 'Funk Power 1970: A Brand New Thang' came during James Brown's later career, following the peak of his influence in the 1960s and early 70s. This compilation album highlights his transformative impact on the funk genre, serving as a retrospective look at his earlier work and reaffirming his status as a pioneer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billy Preston· The Temptations· Aretha Franklin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine Standout 5:18
- 2 Super Bad Standout 9:06
- 3 Since You Been Gone 5:01
- 4 Give It Up or Turnit a Loose 6:27
- 5 There Was a Time (I Got Move) 7:23
- 6 Talkin’ Loud and Sayin’ Nothing Standout 14:44
- 7 Get Up, Get Into It, Get Involved 7:09
- 8 Soul Power 12:08
- 9 Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine Standout 10:33
- 10 Fight Against Drug Abuse – Public Service Announcement 0:34
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