The article explores the significant influences on James Brown's music as showcased in various albums, emphasizing his ability to meld different genres while maintaining a distinct style. Brown's albums, like his Blaxploitation soundtracks and disco records, highlight his innovative approach despite the criticism he faced during his transition into different genres. Noteworthy tracks from these albums exemplify his intensity and rawness, making them quintessential listens for fans of his work. Overall, the review portrays Brown's enduring legacy in music, celebrating his artistic diversity.
Bring It Up, Money Won't Change You, Let Yourself Go, the effervescent sermonising of Don't Be a Dropout. A fine 40 minutes.
The rhythms might have changed, but there's a sweat-soaked rawness to Mutha's Nature that resembles nothing else disco produced.
The version of Tell Me That You Love Me is ludicrously intense.
If you ignore its origins and simply take it as 40 minutes of music, it works just fine and the opener, Slaughter Theme, is superb.
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