Released 30 years ago
Funk Power 1970: A Brand New Thang
James Brown · 1996
78 min · 10 tracks · blues
A pulsating blend of funk and soul that captures the raw energy of live performances and the spirit of the early 70s.
Top tracks — play these first
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Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine Start here — This track serves as a quintessential example of Brown's ability to fuse rhythm and catchy hooks, showcasing the infectious groove that defined his sound.
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Super Bad — With its extended instrumental sections and dynamic shifts, this track illustrates the improvisational brilliance of Brown's live performances and his pioneering approach to funk.
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Soul Power — This anthem encapsulates the socio-political messaging prevalent in Brown's work, blending powerful lyrics with vibrant instrumentation that energizes listeners.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- infectious rhythms for dancing
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- pulsating energy throughout album
- extended tracks for deep engagement
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek quiet, reflective moments
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Showcases live recordings that highlight Brown's evolution and is cherished by dedicated fans.
- Themes
- 1970s funk revolution· social commentary grooves
- Career context
- Released in 1996, Funk Power 1970: A Brand New Thang arrives during a period when James Brown was revisiting his legendary catalog for new audiences. This compilation showcases live recordings from 1970, a crucial time in his career as he was evolving funk into a dominant genre. The album reflects both Brown's enduring influence and the resurgence of interest in his work amid a broader cultural appreciation for funk music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Sly and the Family Stone· Parliament-Funkadelic
Tracklist
- 1 Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine Start here 5:18
- 2 Super Bad 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 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 Start here 10:33
- 10 Fight Against Drug Abuse – Public Service Announcement 0:34
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
There's a Riot Goin' On
Sly and the Family Stone
Shares the same funk-driven grooves with social commentary, rich instrumentation, and a laid-back vibe.
Mothership Connection
Parliament
Delivers infectious rhythms and elaborate funk soundscapes with playful themes of empowerment and cosmic exploration.
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