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9/04/2026

Mr. James Brown – Gettin' Down To It (King Records KSD 1051, 1969)




James Brown – Gettin' Down To It | King KSD 1051




Mr. James Brown Gettin' Down To It 1969 King Records KSD 1051 original vinyl LP cover

King Records 1968 ‎– KSD 1051


notes:


Gettin' Down To It is a distinctive side of James Brown, 
released by King Records in May 1969 as catalog KSD 1051.
 Rather than concentrating on his explosive funk sound,
Brown explores jazz standards and romantic ballads
 with the intimate backing of the Dee Felice Trio.

The album was recorded at King Studios in Cincinnati,
 Ohio, between December 1968 and March 1969, 
with James Brown producing. The core trio features
 Dee Felice on drums, Frank Vincent on piano and
 Lee Tucker on bass. Lee Garrett and Kenny Poole
 are also credited with guitar on selected tracks, 
while Marva Whitney contributes vocals.

The repertoire includes “Sunny,” “That's Life,”
“Strangers in the Night,” “Willow Weep for Me,” 
“Cold Sweat,” “There Was a Time,” “Chicago,” 
“(I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons,”
 “Time After Time,” “All the Way,” 
“It Had to Be You” and “Uncle.”

A fascinating collector's LP, Gettin' Down To It reveals
 Brown's ability to move away from his familiar hard-funk
 formula and into a sophisticated soul-jazz and
 jazz-ballad setting. 
The album reached No. 99 on the Billboard Top LPs chart in 1969

credits:


James Brown – vocals, producer
Frank Vincent – piano
Lee Tucker – bass
Dee Felice – drums

Additional guitar:
Lee Garrett – guitar on “There Was a Time”
Kenny Poole – guitar on “There Was a Time” and “Uncle”

Guest vocal:
Marva Whitney – vocals on “Sunny”

The album was recorded between December 1968 
and March 1969 at King Studios in Cincinnati, Ohio. 
The recording sessions were produced by James Brown,
 with Dave Harrison credited for audio

tracklist:


A1        Sunny
Vocals – Marva Whitney
Written-By – Bobby Hebb
    3:19
A2        That's Life
Written-By – D. Kay*, K. Dean*
    4:27
A3        Strangers In The Night
Written-By – Kaempfert*, Singleton*, Snyder*
    3:22
A4        Willow Weep For Me
Written-By – A. Ronell*
    4:42
A5        Cold Sweat
Written-By – J. Brown*, A. Ellis*
    5:02
A6        There Was A Time
Written-By – B. Hobgood*, J. Brown*
    2:58
B1        Chicago
Written-By – F. Fisher*
    2:52
B2        (I Love You) For Sentimental Reasons
Written-By – Z. Watson*, W. Best*
    7:20
B3        Time After Time
Written-By – Styne-Cahn*
    2:40
B4        All The Way
Written-By – J. Van Heusen-S. Cahn*
    3:41
B5        It Had To Be You
Written-By – Kahn*, Jones*
    2:43
B6        Uncle
Written-By – F. Vincent*
    2:34
 
 
 

 







7/03/2026

James Brown Presents His Band – Night Train (King Records 771)







James Brown Presents His Band – Night Train (King Records 771) | Classic R&B Vinyl Review




James Brown Presents His Band Night Train King Records 771 vintage 45 RPM vinyl record label

King Records 1961  ‎– LP 771


notes:


Few instrumental recordings capture the excitement of early rhythm and blues
 quite like James Brown Presents His Band – Night Train, released on 
King Records 771. Long before James Brown became known worldwide as 
the "Godfather of Soul," this energetic recording showcased the incredible 
musicianship of his touring band and helped establish his reputation as one 
of America's most exciting live performers.
Originally released in the early 1960s, Night Train became one of James Brown's 
signature recordings. Built around a driving saxophone melody, infectious groove, 
and Brown's unmistakable stage energy, the record became a staple of 
concerts and dance halls across the United States.

credits:


The personnel is reconstructed from King session 
research and surviving documentation:

Musician    Instrument
James Brown    vocal shouts; drums (on the master take, according to session evidence)
Nafloyd Scott    guitar
Hubert Perry    guitar
Leonard Goy    bass
Les Buie    tenor saxophone
Roscoe Patrick    trumpet
Alfred Ellis    tenor saxophone (possibly present depending on the exact take)
Nat Kendrick    originally assigned drummer; session accounts differ 
as to whether he actually played on the released master.

The James Brown tracks—including "Night Train"—were recorded at:
King Studios
Recording date for : 9 February 1961
engineer : Ron Lenhoff


tracklist :


A1    James Brown–    Hold It
Written-By – Butler*, C. Scott*
    2:13
A2    James Brown–    Scratch
Written-By – James Alston
    1:43
A3    James Brown–    Night Train
Written-By – Forrest*, Simpkins*, Washington*
    3:35
A4    The Wobblers–    The Wobble
Written-By – Stryker*, Otis*, Hall*
    2:08
A5    James Brown–    Night Flying
Written-By – James Brown
    2:40
A6    Herb Hardesty–    Just A Little Bit Of Everything
Written-By – Michael H. Hardesty*
    2:28
B1    Henry Moore–    Doin' Everything
Written-By – Ballard*, Moore*
    2:25
B2    James Brown–    Suds
Written-By – Nathaniel Kendrick*
    2:18
B3    Hank Marr–    Tonk Game
Written-By – Hank Marr
    2:40
B4    Henry Moore–    Switch-A-Roo
Written-By – Casha*, Tucker*, Evans*
    2:35
B5    Clifford Scott–    Bushy Tail
Written-By – C. Scott*, G. Redd*, N. Nath*
    2:30
B6    James Brown–    Cross Firing
Written-By – James Brown
    2:18






    






6/03/2026

James Brown – Say It Loud I'm Black And I'm Proud (King Records 5-1047)




James Brown Say It Loud I'm Black And I'm Proud 1969 King Records 5-1047 vinyl album front cover

KING RECORDS 1969              S-1047


notes:


Released in 1969 on King Records, Say It Loud I'm Black And I'm Proud stands
 among the most important recordings in the career of James Brown. Arriving
 during a period of profound social and cultural change in America, the album 
combined powerful messages of Black empowerment with Brown's 
revolutionary approach to rhythm, groove, and performance. Featuring
the iconic title track alongside energetic soul and funk recordings, this LP
 remains an essential document of both musical innovation and social history.
At the end of the 1960s, James Brown was already recognized as one of the most 
influential figures in American popular music. With Say It Loud I'm Black And I'm Proud, 
he delivered more than just another successful album; he created a cultural milestone.
 The title song became an anthem of self-determination and pride, resonating deeply 
with audiences during the Civil Rights era. Musically, the album showcases Brown's 
evolving funk style, driven by tight horn arrangements, dynamic rhythms, and the 
disciplined precision of his backing musicians. Decades after its release, the record 
continues to inspire artists across soul, funk, hip-hop, and contemporary R&B.

credits:


Complete Album Personnel

Main Artists

James Brown – vocals, organ
Bobby Byrd – co-vocals on “Licking Stick”
Horn Section
Waymon Reed
Richard "Kush" Griffin
Dud Bascomb
Johnny Grimes
Joe DuPars – trumpets
Fred Wesley
Richard Harris – trombones
Levi Rasbury – valve trombone
Pee Wee Ellis – alto saxophone, organ
Maceo Parker – tenor saxophone
St. Clair Pinckney, Haywood Henry – baritone saxophones

Rhythm Section

Jimmy Nolen
Wallace Richardson
Carl Lynch – guitars
Al Lucas
Alfonzo Kellum
Bernard Odum
Sweet Charles Sherrell – bass
Clyde Stubblefield
Bernard Purdie
Jabo Starks – drums
Rafael Rivera – timbales
Julian Cabeza – congas
Edward Williams – percussion
Strings (selected tracks)
Charles Libove
Harry Katzman
Sam Ram
Matt Raimondi
Selwart Clarke
Winston Collymore
and others


Producer: James Brown
Arrangements/Direction (selected tracks): Sammy Lowe
Engineer: Dave Harrison

The album compiles sessions recorded between August 
1967 and October 1968 at several studios used by Brown while touring.

Principal Recording Studios
King Studios – Cincinnati, Ohio
Mastersound Studios – Atlanta, Georgia
Fine Studios – New York City
Bell Sound Studios – New York City
Vox Studios – Los Angeles, California

Collector's Note

The original U.S. pressing was issued by King Records as 5-1047 in
 March 1969. The title track became one of Brown's most influential 
recordings, reaching No. 1 on the R&B chart and becoming an 
anthem of the Black Power era.



Tracklist :


A1 Say It Loud - I'm Black And I'm Proud (Pt. 1)

Bass – 'Sweet' Charles Sherrell Drums – Clyde Stubblefield 
Guitar – Jimmy Nolen
Saxophone – Maceo Parker, Pee Wee Ellis, St-Clair Pinckney
Trombone – Fred WesleyTrumpet – Richard Griffith, Waymon Reed

    
A2 Say It Loud - I'm Black And I'm Proud (Pt. 2)

Bass – 'Sweet' Charles Sherrell Drums – Clyde Stubblefield  
Guitar – Jimmy Nolen 
Saxophone – Maceo Parker, Pee Wee Ellis, St-Clair Pinckney
Trombone – Fred WesleyTrumpet – Richard Griffith, Waymon Reed

    
A3 I Guess I'll Have To Cry, Cry, Cry

Arranged By, Conductor – Sammy Lowe Bass – Al Lucas
Drums – Bernard Purdie 
Guitar – Carl Lynch, Wally Richardson Piano – Ernie Hayes 
Saxophone – Heywood Henry 
Strings – Charles Libeve, Harry Katzman, Harry Malnikoff, Marion Cuabo, 
Matt Raimondi, Nick Hardone, Sam Ram, Selwart Clarke, 
Sid Ewards, Winston Collymore
Trombone – Richard Harris  Trumpet – Dud Nascomb, Johnny Grimes

    
A4 Goodbye My Love (Pt. 1) & (Pt. 2)

Bass – Bernard Odum Drums – John Jabo Starks 
Guitar – Alfonzo Kellum, Jimmy Nolen 
Organ – Pee Wee Ellis 
Saxophone – Eldee Williams, Maceo Parker, St-Clair Pinckney 
Trombone – Levi RasburyTrumpet – Joe Dupars, Waymon Reed


    
A6 Shades Of Brown

Bass – Ken Tibbetts Drums – William Beau Dollar Bowman 
Guitar – Eddie Setser 
Organ – James Brown  Producer – Bud Hobgood 
Saxophone – David Parkinson , Les Asch, Pee Wee Ellis

    
B1 Licking Stick

Bass – Tim Drummond Drums – John Jabo Starks 
Guitar – Jimmy NolenOrgan, Vocals – Bobby Byrd 
Saxophone – Maceo Parker, Pee Wee Ellis, St-Clair Pinckney

    
B2 I Love You

Bass – Alfonzo Kellum, Tim Drummond 
 Drums – Clyde Stubblefield Guitar – Jimmy Nolen 
Saxophone – Maceo Parker, Pee Wee Ellis, St-Clair Pinckney
Trumpet – Richard Griffith, Waymon Reed

    
B3 Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye

Bass – Ken Tibbetts Drums – William Beau Dollar Bowman 
Guitar – Eddie Setser Piano – Tim Hedding 
Saxophone – David Parkinson , Les Asch
Trumpet – Ron Geisman

    
B4 Let Them Talk

Arranged By, Conductor – Sammy Lowe 
Bass – Al Lucas Drums – Bernard Purdie Organ – Pee Wee Ellis
Saxophone – David Parkinson , Les Asch 
Trumpet – Johnny Grimes, Waymon Reed

    
B5 Maybe I'll Understand

Drums – William Beau Dollar Bowman Guitar – Eddie Setser
 Piano – Tim Hedding 
Producer – Bud Hobgood

    
B6 I'll Lose My Mind

Bass – Tim Drummond Drums – William Beau Dollar Bowman 
Guitar – Eddie Setser, Troy Seals 
Organ – James Brown Piano – Tim Hedding 
Saxophone – David Parkinson , Les Asch
 
 
 
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James Brown – Get Up (I Feel Like Being A) Sex Machine (King Records 45-6318)

 
 
 
 
 
James Brown Get Up I Feel Like Being A Sex Machine King Records 45-6318 vintage funk soul vinyl single

King Records 1970 ‎– 45-6318

 

 notes:


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
 
 
 
 
 
 

James Brown – Say It Loud – I'm Black And I'm Proud (King Records 45-6187)

 
 
 
 
 
 
James Brown Say It Loud I'm Black And I'm Proud King Records 45-6187 original 1968 soul and funk single

King Records 1968  ‎– 45-6187

 
 

 notes:


Few recordings have had a greater social and musical impact than 
James Brown's 1968 hit "Say It Loud – I'm Black And I'm Proud." Released
 on King Records as catalog number 45-6187, the single transcended its 
role as a chart-topping soul record to become a defining statement of 
cultural identity and empowerment. Combining infectious funk rhythms 
with a message of self-respect and unity, James Brown created a song
 that resonated far beyond the dance floor 
and continues to inspire generations worldwide.


Crédits


Personnel:

James Brown – lead vocal
Waymon Reed – trumpet
Richard "Kush" Griffith – trumpet
Fred Wesley – trombone
Pee Wee Ellis – alto saxophone
Maceo Parker – tenor saxophone
St. Clair Pinckney – baritone saxophone
Jimmy Nolen – guitar
Charles Sherrell – bass
Clyde Stubblefield – drums
Children's chorus (Watts and Compton, California)

Recording Date    7 August 1968
Recording Studio    Vox Studios, Los Angeles, California
Producer    James Brown
Arrangement    Belford "Sinky" Hendricks (Part 1 arrangement)

The recording featured approximately thirty children from the Watts 
and Compton neighborhoods performing the famous call-and-response 
chorus, "I'm Black and I'm Proud."
    


 Tracklist


A     Say It Loud - I'm Black And I'm Proud (Part 1)     2:45
B     Say It Loud - I'm Black And I'm Proud (Part 2)     2:30
 
 
 
 

 
 

 

5/21/2026

James Brown And His Famous Flames – Tour The U.S.A. (King Records 804)





James Brown Tour The U.S.A. King Records 804 front cover

King Records 1962  ‎– 804

 

 Notes:

 
The Famous Flames were an American rhythm and blues 
vocal group founded in Toccoa, Georgia, in 1953 by Bobby Byrd. 
James Brown began his career as a member of The Famous Flames,
 emerging as the lead singer by the time of their first professional 
recording, "Please, Please, Please", in 1956.

Tour The U.S.A. captures James Brown at the dawn of his legendary
 live reputation. Released on King Records in 1962, this historic LP
 showcases the unmatched stage energy of James Brown And His 
Famous Flames with electrifying performances blending soul, 
rhythm & blues, gospel, and early funk influences. 
A must-have album for collectors of classic R&B and vintage soul music.

Before becoming universally known as “The Godfather of Soul,” 
James Brown was already redefining live performance with unmatched 
intensity and passion. Released in 1962 on King Records, Tour The U.S.A. 
captures Brown and The Famous Flames during the formative
years of soul music, delivering a raw and electrifying concert experience.
Unlike polished studio productions of the era, this LP highlights the energy,
 spontaneity, and audience interaction that made James Brown one of the 
greatest live performers in music history. Backed by tight musicianship, 
fiery vocals, and relentless rhythm, the album stands as an essential 
document of early rhythm & blues transitioning into modern soul.
The record includes dynamic performances filled with gospel-inspired vocals, 
driving horn arrangements, and powerful stage charisma. Every track reflects 
the intensity that would later influence generations of funk, soul, and rock performers.


line up


Vocals

James Brown — lead vocals, organ on selected tracks
Bobby Byrd — backing vocals, organ, piano
Baby Lloyd Stallworth — backing vocals
Bobby Bennett — backing vocals
Horn section

Roscoe Patrick — trumpet
Teddy Washington — trumpet
Lewis Hamlin — trumpet
Clarence “Jay” Johnson — trombone
J.C. Davis — tenor saxophone
St. Clair Pinckney — tenor saxophone
Al “Brisco” Clark — tenor & baritone saxophone
Clifford “Ace” King MacMillan — tenor saxophone

Rhythm section

Les Buie — guitar
Hubert Lee Perry — bass
Nat Kendrick — drums
Clayton Fillyau — drums
James Brown — drums on “Choo-Choo Locomotion”
Keyboards
James Brown — organ on “Cross Firing” and “Every Beat of My Heart”
Bobby Byrd — organ / piano (“I Don’t Care”)

The album tracks were recorded between February 1961 and July 1962.

Studios used:

King Studios — most of the album
Dukoff Studios — “Cross Firing” and “Every Beat of My Heart”

Known session date:

“Mashed Potatoes U.S.A.” recorded May 22, 1962 at King Studios, Cincinnati.
Production
Producer: James Brown

Written-By – James Brown (tracks: A1, A2, A4 to A6) 


tracklist:


A1     Mashed Potatoes U.S.A.
written by James Brown         
A2     Choo-Choo (Loco-Motion) 
written by James Brown        
A3     Three Hearts In A Tangle 
Written By  R. S. Pennington, S. Thompson    
A4     Doin' The Limbo 
written by James Brown        
A5     I Don't Care 
written by James Brown
A6     Joggin' Along 
written by James Brown        
B1     I've Got Money 
written by James Brown        
B2     Sticky 
 Written By J. Brown, J.C. Davis
B3     Like A Baby  
Written By  Jessie Stone        
B4     Every Beat Of My Heart 
Written By  Johnny Otis    
B5     In The Wee Wee Hours (Of The Nite) 
written by James Brown        
B6     Cross Firing
written by James Brown
 
 










5/20/2026

Freddy King – Freddy King Sings (King Records 762)




Freddy King Sings King Records 762 album cover


King Records 1961   ‎– 762


notes:


Released during the golden era of Chicago and Texas electric blues, 
Freddy King Sings captures the artist at the peak of his creative
 powers. The album combines heartfelt vocals with the distinctive 
guitar tone that made Freddy King one of the
 “Three Kings of the Blues Guitar” alongside B.B. King and Albert King.
Listeners will immediately recognize the energy and authenticity 
that made Freddy King such a major influence on later rock 
musicians including Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Jeff Beck.
More than sixty years after its release, Freddy King Sings remains 
essential listening for blues fans. The album captures the raw 
energy of early electric blues while foreshadowing the explosive
 blues-rock movement of the late 1960s and 1970s.
For vinyl collectors, blues historians, and guitar enthusiasts, 
this record remains a cornerstone of any serious blues collection.


credits:


Freddie King – lead guitar and vocals
Fred Jordan – second guitar
Sonny Thompson – piano
Bill Willis – bass guitar
Phillip Paul – drums
Gene Redd - saxophone
Clifford Scott - saxophone

Recorded     King Studios, Cincinnati, Ohio
August 1960 – July 1961
Produced by Sonny Thompson (King Records A&R producer,
 pianist, arranger) for King Records / Federal Records sessions.

tracklist:


A1 Lonesome Whistle Blues 
written by Alan Moore, Elson Teat, Rudy Toombs    
A2 You've Got To Lover Her With A Feeling 
written by King
A3 Have You Ever Loved A Woman 
written by Billy Myles    
A4 You Know That You Love Me
written by King, Thompson     
A5 You Mean, Mean Woman 
written by Thompson, Bill Willis    
A6 It's Too Bad That Things Are Going So Tough 
written by King    
B1 If You Believe 
writtrn by Billy Lamont, Bonnie Thompson, Toombs    
B2 Let Me Be ( stay away from me)
written by Thompson        
B3 Takin' Care Of Business     
B4 I Love The Woman
written by Myles, Nathaniel Nathan     
B5 I'm Tore Down
written by Thompson         
B6 See See Baby
written by Freddie King, Sonny Thompson













 


4/15/2026

James Brown And The Famous Flames – I Got the Feelin’ (1967 Funk Classic)







James Brown And The Famous Flames – I Got The Feelin’ (King LP)  Soul & Funk Classic Review






James Brown and the Famous Flames vinyl album 1960s funk

King Records 1967  KS-1031



notes:

I Got the Feelin' is the nineteenth studio album by American 
musician James Brown. The album was released in April 1968, 
by King Records. 
The album debuted on Billboard magazine's Top LP's chart in 
the issue dated May 18, 1968, peaking at No. 135 during 
a fourteen-week run on the chart


credits:

James Brown - lead vocal
with the James Brown Orchestra:
Waymond Reed - trumpet
Joe Dupars- trumpet
Levi Rasbury - trombone
Alfred "Pee Wee" Ellis - alto saxophone
Maceo Parker - tenor saxophone
St. Clair Pinckney - tenor saxophone
Jimmy Nolen - guitar
Alphonso "Country" Kellum - guitar
Bernard Odum - bass
Clyde Stubblefield - drums

Producer  James Brown
Recorded By  Ron Lenhoff
Written-By  Bud Hobgood (tracks: A2, A4 to A6, B2, B3, B5, B6), 
James Brown (tracks: A1 to A6, B2 to B6)
Recorded January 25, 1967 – March 5, 1968
Studio
Beltone Studios (New York City, New York)
RCA Studios (New York City, New York)
King Studios (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Vox Studios (Los Angeles, California)


Tracklist:


A1 I Got The Feelin'
A2 Maybe I'll Understand (Part 1)
    Written-By  R. Lenhoff*
A3 You've Got The Power
    Written-By  J. Terry*
A4 Maybe Good - Maybe Bad (Part 1)
A5 Shhhhhhh (For A Little While)
A6 Just Plain Funk
    Written-By  T. Seals*
B1 If I Ruled The World
    Written-By  Ornadel*, Bricusse*
B2 Maybe I'll Understand (Part 2)
    Written-By  R. Lenhoff* 
B3 Stone The Fox
B4 It Won't Be Me
    Written-By  A. Ellis*
B5 Maybe Good - Maybe Bad (Part 2)
B6 Here I Go
    Written By  D. Lewis 



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3/27/2026

James Brown – Thinking About Little Willie John 1968






James Brown – Thinking About Little Willie John (1968 album review, tracklist & history)






James Brown Thinking About Little Willie John 1968 album cover King Records 

KING RECORDS 1968                                  KS-1038 


notes:


In 1968, James Brown released one of the most unusual records 
of his career: Thinking About Little Willie John and a Few Nice Things.
Unlike his high-energy funk classics, this album is a deeply personal
 tribute to Little Willie John, an influential R&B singer whose 
life and career ended tragically.
Blending soul, instrumental arrangements, and reinterpretations, 
the record stands apart as one of the most emotional and 
reflective projects in James Brown’s discography.


credits:


James Brown – lead vocals
Johnny Grimes – trumpet
Waymon Reed – trumpet
Les Asch – tenor saxophone
David Parkinson – alto saxophone, baritone saxophone
Alfred "Pee Wee" Ellis – organ
Wallace Richardson – guitar
Al Lucas – bass
Bernard “Pretty” Purdie – drums

Recorded

June 27, 1968 (side one)[1]
August 17, 1967 – October 18, 1968 (side two)[2]
Studio
Bell Sound Studios (New York City, New York) (side one)[1]
King Studios (Cincinnati, Ohio) (side two)[2]

Design  – W. Hughes
Engineer – Ron Lenhoff
Photography – E. Speedy Brown
Producer – James Brown
Production Manager – Bud Hobgood

tracklist:


Written-By – Joe Seneca
Written-By – Pemberton*, Conyers*
Written-By – Larry Conley, Willard Robison
Written-By – Traditional
A5 Home At Last
Written-By – Toombs*
A6 Heart Break (It's Hurtin' Me)
Written By – J. Thomas - C. Hoyle
Written-By – B. Hobgood*, Eddie Setser, J. Brown*, Seals*
B2 A Note Or Two (Part 1)
B3 I'll Lose My Mind
Written-By – B. Byrd*, B. Hobgood*, J. Brown*
B4 Fat Eddie
Written-By – Hobgood*, Brown*, Lenhoff*
B5 You Gave My Heart A Song To Sing
Written-By – B. Byrd*, B. Hobgood*, J. Brown*
B6 A Note Or Two (Part 2)













1/09/2026

James Brown – the single collection (part II)


the single collection (part II)












 
 

   Volume 7: 1970-1972   link

  

   Volume 8: 1972-1973  link


   Volume 9: 1973-1975  link


  Volume 10: 1975-1979  link



  Volume 11: 1979-1981  link









James Brown – The Singles Collection (Part 1)


 
 

  The Singles Collection (Part 1)

 
 
 
 








Volume 1: The Federal Years 1956-1960       link



Volume 2: 1960-1963       link



Volume 3: 1964-1965      link



Volume 4: 1966-1967     link

 

Volume 5: 1967-1969       link


 

Volume 6: 1969-1970       link







1/08/2026

James Brown And The Famous Flames

 
 
 

Papa's Got A Brand New Bag 

 
 
James Brown And The Famous Flames – Papa's Got A Brand New Bag

King Records 1965  – 45-5999

 credits:

    Producer, Written-By – James Brown

tracklist:

A        Papa's Got A Brand New Bag Part I    1:55
B        Papa's Got A Brand New Bag Part II    2:12
 
 
 
 
 
 

11/28/2025

Freddie King ‎

 
 

Freddy King Goes Surfin'

 
Freddie King ‎– Freddy King Goes Surfin'

King Records  1963 ‎– KS 856

 notes:

reissue of King 773
Freddy King Goes Surfin' is the title of a reissue (or repackaging) of his first
 entirely instrumental album, Let's Hide Away and Dance Away with Freddy King,
 released in 1961.
Production: To enhance the atmosphere, some versions of this album have
 been edited with sound effects (such as applause or fake crowd noise) 
added over the original studio tracks

credits:

    Freddie King – lead guitar
    Fred Jordan – rhythm guitar
    Sonny Thompson – piano
    Bill Willis – bass guitar
    Phillip Paul – drums
    Gene Redd – saxophone
    Clifford Scott – saxophone

    Recorded    August 25, 1960 – April 5, 1961

tracklist:

Written-By – F. King*, S. Thompson*

A1        Hide Away    2:34
A2        Butterscotch    2:58
A3        Sen-Sa-Shun    2:50
A4        Side Tracked    3:02
A5        The Stumble    3:15
A6        Wash Out    2:32
B1        San-Ho-Zay    2:40
B2        Just Pickin'    2:24
B3        Heads Up    2:30
B4        In The Open    2:50
B5        Out Front    2:35
B6        Swooshy    2:20