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James Brown – Soul On Top (LP Vinyl)

$ 34.95
$ 34.95
Est. 1974, Curated by Heads
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Recorded at the peak of his commercial powers, Brown set aside the funk machine for a full orchestral jazz context, a move that surprised fans in 1969 and still raises eyebrows today. Oliver Nelson's arrangements give Brown room to stretch as a pure vocalist, leaning into the phrasing and swing that shaped him long before "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag" changed everything.

Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing. In the liner notes to this grooving 1969 album (featuring a big band led by drummer Louis Bellson and arranged by Impulse! Star Oliver Nelson), the Godfather of Soul explains that he is a "jazz man at heart." Brown's soul consigliere, saxophonist Maceo Parker, helps make this a swinging, spirited and satisfying set of standards and James Brown hits. Verve By Request Series features transfers from the analog tapes.

Tracklist

Side A

1. That's My Desire (4:10)
2. Your Cheating Heart (2:58)
3. What Kind Of Fool Am I (3:04)
4. It's A Man's, Man's, Man's World (6:39)
5. The Man In The Glass (6:12)

Side B

1. It's Magic (3:11)
2. September Song (4:32)
3. For Once In My Life (4:42)
4. Every Day I Have The Blues (4:56)
5. I Need Your Key (To Turn Me On) (3:44)
6. Papa's Got A Brand New Bag (2:59)

UPC: 602445991594
Label: Verve
Release Date: 1.13.23
Format: LP Vinyl