James Brown - Say It Live and Loud: Live in Dallas 08.26.68 CD

Say It Live and Loud: Live in Dallas 08.26.68 CD music Recorded live at the Apollo Theater, New York, New York on October 24, 1962. An astonishing record of James and the Flames tearing the roof off the sucker at the mecca of R&B theatres, New York's Apollo. When King Records owner Syd Nathan refused to fund the recording, thinking it commercial folly, Brown single-mindedly proceeded anyway, paying for it out of his own pocket. He had been out on the road night after night for a while, and he knew that the magic that was part and parcel of a James Brown show was something no record had ever caught. Hit follows hit without a pause -- "I'll Go Crazy," "Try Me," "Think," "Please Please Please," "I Don't Mind," "Night Train," and more. The affirmative screams and cries of the audience are something you've never experienced unless you've seen the Brown Revue in a Black theater. If you have, I need not say more; if you haven't, suffice to say that this should be one of the very first records you ever own. ~ Rob Bowman Additional Tracks; Live Recording The James Brown Band: James Brown (vocals); Lucas "Fats" Gonder (spoken vocals, organ); Les Buie (guitar); Al "Brisco" Clark (tenor & baritone saxophones); St. Clair Pinckney, Clifford "Ace King" MacMillan (tenor saxophone); Louis Hamblin, Teddy Washington, Mack Johnson (trumpet); Dickie Wells (trombone); Hubert Perry (bass); Clayton Fillyau, Sam Lathan (drums). The Famous Flames: Bobby Byrd (organ, background vocals); Bobby Bennett, "Baby" Lloyd Stallworth (background vocals). Personnel: Les Buie (guitar); William "Po Devil" Burgess (alto saxophone); Al "Brisco" Clark (tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone); St. Clair Pinckney (tenor saxophone); Lewis Hamlin, Roscoe Patrick, Teddy Washington (trumpet); Dicky Wells (trombone); Bobby Byrd (organ, background vocals); Lucas Fats Gonder (organ); George Sims, Clayton Fillyau (drums); Lloyd Stallworth, Bobby Bennett (background vocals). Liner Note Authors: Harry Weinger; Alan Leeds. Recording information: The Apollo Theater, New York, NY (10/24/1962). Editors: Chuck Seitz; Gene Redd. Photographer: Chuck Stewart.

Say It Live and Loud: Live in Dallas 08.26.68 album for sale IN THE JUNGLE GROOVE documents one of the most important periods in the development of James Brown's music. In 1970, Brown's bandleader/sax player Maceo Parker departed to form his own band, taking much of Brown's group with him. This event heralded the arrival of the JB's, which included monster bassist Bootsy Collins, whose hyperkinetic style made Brown's funk harder, leaner, and meaner. This album gives listeners a bird's-eye view of the change, featuring the final sessions of the Maceo-led band as well as the first recordings of Bootsy and the JB's. Maceo and company were at their hardest and funkiest at this point, as seen on "The Funky Drummer," where Clyde Stubblefield lays down the drum break that would launch a thousand hip-hop samples. Stubblefield stuck around long enough to be part of the first JB's, whose tracks here are full of frenetic, barely controlled energy. The sense of joy and revelation in the groove is audible in these orgasmically polyrhythmic sessions. Collins and Stubblefield lay down some of the heaviest grooves in the history of recorded music. As Brown himself observes on the aforementioned Maceo-era "Funky Drummer," "it's a mutha!" Principally recorded at King Studios, Cincinnati, Ohio; Criteria, Miami, Florida; Bobby Smith Studios, Macon, Georgia; A & R Studios, New York, New York between 1969 & 1972. Includes liner notes by Cliff White. Additional Tracks Personnel: James Brown (vocals); Bobby Byrd (vocals, organ); Alphonso "Country" Kellum, Jimmy Noeln, Robert Coleman , Bobby Roach, Hearlon "Cheese" Martin, Jimmy Nolen, Phelps "Catfish" Collins (guitar); Jimmy Parker (alto saxophone); Eldee Williams, Robert McCollough, Maceo Parker (tenor saxophone); Louis Tilford, St. Clair Pinckney (baritone saxophone); Russell Crimes, Richard "Kush" Griffeth, Isiah "Ike" Oakley, Clayton "Chicken" Gunnells, Darryl "Hasaan" Jamison, Jerone "Jassan" Sanford (trumpet); Fred Wesley (trombone); David Matthews (electric piano); Clyde Stubblefield, Melvin Parker, John Starks (drums); Art Lopez, Johnny Griggs (congas); John Russell Morgan (percussion). Audio Mixers: Ron Lenhoff; Tim Rogers; Bob Both. Liner Note Author: Clifford White. Recording information: A&R Studios, New York, NY (09/03/1969-12/05/1972); Bobby Smith Studios, Macon, GA (09/03/1969-12/05/1972); Criteria Studios, Miami, FL (09/03/1969-12/05/1972); King Studios, Cincinnati, OH (09/03/1969-12/05/1972); Rodel Studios, Washington DC (09/03/1969-12/05/1972). Editor: Danny Krivit. Personnel: James Brown, Bobby Byrd (vocals, organ); Jimmy "Chank" Nolen, Alphonso "Country" Kellum, Phelps "Catfish" Collins, Hearlon "Cheese" Martin, Robert Coleman, Bobby Roach (guitar); Jimmy Parker (alto saxophone); Maceo Parker, L.D. "Eldee" Williams, Robert McCulloch (tenor saxophone); St. Clair Pinckney, Louis Tifford (baritone saxophone); Richard "Kush" Griffeth, Joe Davis, Darryl "Hasaan" Jamison, Clayton "Chicken" Gunnels, Jerone "Jasaan" Melson (trumpet); Fred Wesley (trombone); "Sweet Charles" Sherrell, William "Bootsy" Collins, Fred Thomas (bass); Melvin Parker, Charles Stubblefield, John "Jabo" Starks (drums); John Morgan, Art Lopez, Johnny Griggs (congas).

Say It Live and Loud: Live in Dallas 08.26.68 buy CD music Although the CD was supposedly "Recorded live at home in Augusta, Georgia with his bad self," these recordings come from two different sources: a live concert recorded at Augusta's Bell Auditorium in 1969, and a series of studio recordings that were doctored with audience noises and applause. The record, long considered a soul classic, actually features two different bands. The concert recordings feature Brown's band from the 1960s, while the studio songs feature Brown's then-new band, powered by Bootsy Collins on bass and Pelps "Catfish" Collins on guitar. Whether these recordings are "live" or not is really not the point; Brown has never sung a calculated note in his life, and one would be hard-pressed to distinguish whether one of Brown's trademark howls was recorded in a studio or onstage. His scat singing on "Brother Rapp" sure sounds live. As the furious, barely one-minute-long "I Got the Feelin'" segues into the pure funky adrenaline rush of "Give it Up or Turnit A Loose," it is nearly impossible to keep still. The groove is that infectious. Surprisingly, the title track is not the hit single version of "Sex Machine," but rather an extended, more leisurely rendition. J&R Retail Exclusive Personnel: James Brown (vocals, piano, organ); James Brown; Bobby Byrd (vocals, organ); Richard "Kush" Griffith (guitar, trumpet); Alphonso "Country" Kellum, Jimmy Nolen, Kenny Poole (guitar); Pee Wee Ellis (alto saxophone); Eldee Williams, Robert "Chopper" McCullough (tenor saxophone); Joseph Davis , Clayton "Chicken" Gunnells, Darryl "Hasaan" Jamison, Clayton Gunnells, Darryl Jamison (trumpet); Bootsy Collins, Sweet Charles Sherrell (bass instrument); Melvin Parker, John Starks (drums); Johnny Griggs (congas); Art Lopez (percussion); Robert Graham, Marva Whitney (background vocals); Phelps "Catfish" Collins (guitar); St. Clair Pinckney (tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone); Maceo Parker (tenor saxophone, organ); Fred Wesley (trombone); Clyde Stubblefield (drums). Recording information: Augusta, GA (06/12/1969-07/23/1970); Bell Auditorium, Augusta, GA (06/12/1969-07/23/1970); Cincinatti, OH (06/12/1969-07/23/1970); Miami, FL (06/12/1969-07/23/1970).

Say It Live and Loud: Live in Dallas 08.26.68 songs Recorded live at The Olympia, Paris, France on March 8, 1971. Includes liner notes by Daddy Cool. Recorded in 1971 at L'Olympia in Paris, France, LOVE POWER PEACE is the only live recording with the original JB's backing James Brown. The hardest working man in show business and his original band go full force with jams that capture the genuine sweat of the Godfather Of Soul shuffling across the stage in a gold lame fury, flanked by half- naked dancers. With original JB's such as MC/organist Bobby Byrd and bassist Bootsy Collins, you can hear the superior musicianship that is required to keep time with James Brown's frenetic pace. Drummers Jabo Starks and Tiger Martin would play both kits at once to get the groove on, making abrupt tempo changes, as in the transition between "Brother Rapp" and "Aint It Funky Now," illustrating both their talent and the tightness of their groove. Blasting through a number of Brown's greatest hits--"I Got You (I Feel Good)," "Papa's Got A Brand New Bag" and "Georgia On My Mind"--this release is a chunk of funk/soul history spotlighting Brown in his prime. Full title: Love Power Peace: Live At The Olympia, Paris, 1971. Personnel: James Brown (vocals, organ); Bobby Byrd (M.C., vocals, organ), Phelps "Catfish" Collins, Hearlon "Cheese" Martin (guitar); St. Clair Pinckney (tenor saxophone); Darryl "Hasaan" Jamison, Clayton "Chicken" Gunnells (trumpet); Fred Wesley (trombone); William "Bootsy" Collins (bass); John "Jabo" Starks, Don Juan "Tiger" Martin (drums).

Say It Live and Loud: Live in Dallas 08.26.68 album for sale HELL was released at an interesting juncture in Brown's career. This 1974 album came in the wake of the highly regarded PAYBACK, and the unusual decision was made to include re-recorded versions of seven previously released songs. The packaging of the album leads one to believe that this is Brown's big social statement about the plight of those living in American ghettoes. Only the title song seems to address these issues, however powerfully. That's not to say HELL isn't full of captivating cuts, though. From the unrelenting '70s funk of "Sayin' and Doin' It" to the Latin feel given to "Please, Please, Please" this recording is full of obscure treasures. A few of the tracks feature the JB's, but most include killer session players like Gordon Edwards and Jimmy Madison. Interesting trivial note: almost all the songs are inexplicably separated by the crash of a gong. Originally released on Polydor (9001). Includes liner notes by Alan Leeds. Digitally remastered by Gary Mayo (Polygram Studios). Personnel: James Brown (vocals, piano); Sam T. Brown, Hearlon "Cheese" Martin, Jimmy Nolen, Joe Beck , Charlie Brown (guitar); David Tofani, Eddie Daniels (reeds); David Sanborn, Jim Parker , Maceo Parker (alto saxophone); Frank Vicari, Joe Farrell, St. Clair Pinckney (tenor saxophone); Pee Wee Ellis (baritone saxophone); Isiah "Ike" Oakley, Jon Faddis, Lew Soloff (trumpet); James Buffington (French horn); Fred Wesley (trombone, tambourine, percussion, background vocals); Michael Gipson, Tom Harrell (trombone); David Matthews (piano, electric piano); James Madison , Harvey Mason, Sr. , John Morgan , John Starks (drums); Johnny Griggs (congas); Ralph MacDonald, Bob Both, Sue Evans (percussion); Johnny Scotton, Martha Harvin, Deborah McDuffie, Maretha Stewart, Lyn Collins, Hilda Harris (background vocals). Audio Remasterer: Gary N. Mayo. Liner Note Author: Alan Leeds. Photographer: Norman Hunter. Arrangers: David Matthews ; James Brown. Personnel includes: James Brown (vocals, piano, organ, synthesizer); Lyn Collins (vocals); Jimmy Nolen, Hearlon "Cheese" Martin, Joe Beck, Sam Brown, Charlie Brown (guitar); Joe Farrell (reeds, tenor saxophone); Eddie Daniels, David Tofani (reeds); Maceo Parker, Jimmy Parker, David Sanborn (alto saxophone); St. Clair Pinckney, Frank Vicari (tenor saxophone); Alfred "Pee Wee" Ellis (baritone saxophone); Isiah "Ike" Oakley, Lew Soloff, Jon Faddis (trumpet); Jimmy Buffington (French horn); Fred Wesley (trombone, tambourine, percussion, background vocals); Michael Gipson, Tom Harrell (trombone); Dave Matthews (piano, electric piano); Fred Thomas, Gordon Edwards, Charles Sherrell (bass); John "Jabo" Starks, John Morgan, Jimmy Madison (drums).

Say It Live and Loud: Live in Dallas 08.26.68 CD music Digitally remastered by Joseph M. Palmaccio (Polygram Studios). In the Great Encyclopedia of Soul, one should find James Brown cross-referenced with the Apollo Theater, since that legendary Harlem venue was the source of much of Brown's finest recorded material. Brown's famed LIVE AT THE APOLLO recordings are only part of the story. REVOLUTION OF THE MIND was culled from several nights of shows at the Apollo in 1971. The version of the JB's Brown was working with at the time had only been together for a short time, and their playing is infused with a sense of urgency and discovery. Brown's social consciousness was in high gear at the time, as evidenced by the positive political message of "Get Up, Get Into It, Get Involved." Classic Brown funkfests like "Sex Machine" and "Hot Pants" are churned out with unprecedented power and energy, the band running on all cylinders. Brown's unstoppable spirit is reflected in his enthusiastic, shouted intros to the songs as much as in the music itself. Recorded live at The Apollo Theater, New York, New York from July 24-26, 1971. Originally released on Polydor (PD 2 3003). Includes liner notes by Harry Weinger. Personnel: James Brown, Bobby Byrd (vocals, organ); Hearlon "Cheese" Martin, Robert Coleman (guitar); Jimmy Parker (alto saxophone); St. Clair Pinckney (tenor saxophone); Jerone "Jasaan" Sanford, Russell Crimes (trumpet); Fred Wesley (trombone); Fred Thomas (bass); John "Jabo" Starks, John Morgan (drums); Danny Ray.