James Brown – Get Up (I Feel Like Being A) Sex Machine (King Records 45-6318)

 

 

 

 

 

King Records 1970 ‎– 45-6318

 

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Few records have shaped the sound of modern music as profoundly 
as "Get Up (I Feel Like Being A) Sex Machine" by James Brown. 
Released on King Records 45-6318, this groundbreaking single 
marked a turning point in Brown's career and helped define 
the funk genre for generations to come.
Recorded in 1970, the track introduced a leaner, groove-driven 
sound built around an infectious rhythm section, sharp guitar riffs, 
and Brown's unmistakable vocal energy. Supported by the newly 
formed The J.B.'s, the recording stripped away traditional soul 
arrangements in favor of hypnotic rhythms and syncopated beats.
"Get Up (I Feel Like Being A) Sex Machine" quickly became one of 
James Brown's signature recordings. Its repetitive groove, powerful 
call-and-response vocals, and relentless energy influenced countless 
artists across funk, soul, hip-hop, R&B, and dance music. Decades after 
its release, the song remains a cornerstone of popular music and a 
favorite among collectors of vintage vinyl records.
The single's innovative production showcased Brown's vision of 
rhythm as the central element of a song. This approach would inspire 
future generations of musicians and producers, cementing his 
eputation as the undisputed "Godfather of Funk."

credits:

Line-Up / Musicians

This was one of the earliest recordings by Brown's new backing group
, The J.B.'s, which helped define the modern funk sound.

James Brown    Lead vocals, piano
Bobby Byrd    Hammond organ, backing vocals
Phelps Collins    Guitar
William Collins    Bass guitar
John Starks    Drums
Clayton Gunnells    Trumpet
Darryl Jamison    Trumpet
Robert McCollough    Tenor saxophone

Produced by: James Brown
Written by: James Brown, Bobby Byrd, Ron Lenhoff
Backing Band: The J.B.'s
Recording Studio: Starday-King Sound Studios, Nashville, Tennessee
Recorded: 25 April 1970
Reportedly recorded in only two takes

 Tracklist

A     Get Up I Feel Like Being Like A Sex Machine (Part 1)     2:49
B     Get Up I Feel Like Being Like A Sex Machine (Part 2)     2:33

 

 

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