James Brown set the standard for dynamic live performance in American music. Inspired by preachers in the Black church, Brown started out singing in gospel quartets. As the "Godfather of Soul," he ...

But was funk originator James Brown evil? Or genius? Before hearing what Russell and his guests have to say, let's look at the evidence. A then-70 year old Brown was arrested in 2004 on domestic ...

When discussing the foundations of modern music, James Brown is a name that cannot be ignored. Known as the “Godfather of Soul” and the inventor of funk, Brown’s influence extends across multiple ...